Purdy 2 ½” 4-Edge Scrapers

CPSC Recall #09-291 — July 29, 2009

Recall #09-291 Date: July 29, 2009 Remedy: Replace

Product

Purdy 2 ½” 4-Edge Scrapers

Description

The recalled scraper is a 2 ½” wide steel tool with a four-sided edge. The handle has a soft black grip with “Purdy” printed in red letters on the side of the handle.

Hazard

The recalled scraper's body can break away from the handle when struck against a hard object. This poses a laceration hazard to users.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled scraper immediately and return it to any Sherwin-Williams store or the place of purchase for a free replacement.

Units Affected

About 76,000

Sold At

Sherwin-Williams Paint stores, Duron Paint stores, MA Bruder Paint stores, United Paint Stores, Norfolk Paint Stores, Mercury Paint Stores, Old Quaker Paint Stores, Flex Bon Paint Stores and Columbia Paint Stores nationwide from February 2009 through June 2009 for about $9.

Manufacturer

Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York

Manufactured In

China