Cast Iron Skillets Sold by QVC Recalled Due to Burn Hazard; Manufactured by Meyer Trading

Recalled December 10, 2010 · CPSC recall 11063 · Cast

Hazard

Small pieces of the enamel coating can pop off when the skillet is heated, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 7,500

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received five reports of enamel popping off of the skillet, resulting in two reports of consumers receiving minor burns.

Description

This recall involves Technique brand enamel-coated 8-inch cast iron skillets with two pour spouts and a ribbed underside. The interior portion of the skillet is cream while the exterior was sold in three colors: sage, blue and red. The brand "Technique" is printed on the bottom of the pans.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skillets. Known purchasers were mailed instructions for obtaining a full refund. Consumers who purchased the skillets at a QVC store should return the skillets to any QVC store for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET daily, or visit the firm’s website at www.qvc.com

Product

Enamel-coated 8-inch cast iron skillets

Manufacturer(s)

Meyer Trading Company Limited, of Hong Kong, China

Retailers

QVC's televised shopping programs, at qvc.com, and QVC retail and employee stores from August 2009 through September 2010 for between $28 and $35.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →