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Far East Brokers Pineapple Corer & Slicers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The metal blade of the slicer can detach, posing a laceration hazard to the consumer.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the Fabulous Home brand Pineapple Corer & Slicer and contact Far East Brokers for instructions on receiving a full refund
Who to contact: Far East Brokers & Consultants at 800-619-0487 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET or email at customerservice@fareastbrokers.com or online at https://fareastbrokers.com/ and click on “Product Recalls” and then “Pineapple Corer & Slicer” for more information.
The product
This recall involves Pineapple Corer & Slicers sold under Fabulous Home brand. The corer & slicer is white with a black top and made mostly from plastic with a metal blade. It works much like a cork screw to core and slice pineapples.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,300
- Recall date
- May 23, 2019
- Brand
- Ningbo Overpass International Trading Co., Ltd, of China., Far East Brokers & Consultants, Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Far East has received one report of the metal blade becoming detached. No injuries have been reported.
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The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Far East Brokers Recalls Pineapple Corer & Slicers Due to Laceration Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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