Canning Jar Lifter
Description: The recall involves the One Handed Jar Lifter. The jar lifter is a pair of tongs designed for lifting canning jars out of boiling water. The lifter is red with white handles. It is made of plastic and metal with a nylon coating. [Learn More]
About 22,700 in the U.S. and 3,800 in Canada units were affected by this recall.
Progressive International Recalls Canning Jar Lifters Due to Laceration Hazard
One Handed Jar Lifter. The jar lifter is designed for lifting canning jars out of boiling water.
Canning Jar Lifter Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 02/06/2013 |
| Recall ID | 1312 |
| Recall Number | 13116 |
| Product Type | Kitchen Gadgets |
| Hazard | The jar lifter handle can detach over time due to a missing stainless steel core in the hinge. This can cause the tongs to fail to grip and allow a jar being lifted to fall, posing a laceration hazard to the user. |
| Injuries | Progressive International has received no reports of injury or property damage. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the jar lifter and contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | Progressive International Corporation Customer Service; at (800) 426-7101, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; or by e-mail at [email protected]; or online at www.progressiveintl.com and click on “Recall Information” for additional information. |
| Last Updated | 01/20/2015 |
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