Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 09-291 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 30, 2009
- Brand
- Sherwin-Williams
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Purdy 2 ½" 4-Edge Scrapers
- Hazard
- Laceration Hazard
- Hazard type
- Laceration and cuts
- Units
- About 76,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
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.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Purdy 2 ½" 4-Edge Scrapers · About 76,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: 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.; Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York; The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio.
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Sherwin-Williams at (888) 304-3769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.sherwin-williams.com
Recall history and context
Sherwin-Williams appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all Sherwin-Williams recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Purdy 2 ½" 4-Edge Scrapers (About 76,000 units). The recalled scraper is a 2 ½" wide steel tool with a four-sided edge.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
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.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.