Recall #12-090 · Published January 23, 2012

Travelin' Chef Expandable Thermal Food Carrier

Food Carriers Recalled by California Innovations Due to Freezer Gel Pack Ingestion Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Travelin' Chef Expandable Thermal Food Carrier from California Innovations Inc. on January 23, 2012. CPSC identifies this hazard: Gel that contains diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol can leak out of damaged freezer gel packs, posing a poisoning hazard if ingested by children or adults. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the gel packs and dispose of them according to federal, state and/or local regulations. It is recommended that consumers contact their local waste disposal authority for instructions. Consumers may return the gel pack to Walmart for a refund of $6 or contact California Innovations customer service at (800) 722-2545 for the same refund.

Travelin' Chef Expandable Thermal Food Carrier
Travelin' Chef Expandable Thermal Food Carrier
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Additional identifying details

The recalled thermal carrier has the code "1-38018-69-07" printed on a white label on the inside of the main compartment on the left hand side.

Why it was recalled

Gel that contains diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol can leak out of damaged freezer gel packs, posing a poisoning hazard if ingested by children or adults.

Incidents and injuries

None

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the gel packs and dispose of them according to federal, state and/or local regulations. It is recommended that consumers contact their local waste disposal authority for instructions. Consumers may return the gel pack to Walmart for a refund of $6 or contact California Innovations customer service at (800) 722-2545 for the same refund.

Remedy type: Dispose, Refund

Product and sales details

Recall number
12-090
Units
About 55,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Walmart between August 2008 to December 2011 for about $22.
Importer
California Innovations Inc., of Toronto, Canada

Travelin' Chef Expandable Thermal Food Carrier

CPSC product type: Food Preservers

Recall contact information

For additional information, call California Innovations at (800) 722-2545 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.californiainnovations.com

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