US 6 addi® FlipStix knitting needles recalled over laceration hazard

Recall date

November 6, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Skacel Collection Recalls FlipStix Knitting Needles Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall number

20017

Brand / firm

Gustav Selter GmbH Co. & KG, of Germany

Sold / distributed

Independent yarn stores nationwide from November 2018 through August 2019 for about $20.

Why it was recalled

The shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves US 6 (4.0mm diameter) FlipStix in 6" and 8" long knitting needles. The knitting needles have aluminum shafts that are tapered at both ends. The long shaft holds the active (unsecured) stitches of the fabric, to prevent them from unravelling, whereas the tapered ends are used to form new stitches. The knitting needles were sold in blue, red and yellow combination packages. There are five needles per pack.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knitting needles and contact the store where purchased for a full refund in the form of a store voucher.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.