Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Paragon Racing Products, Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 75,000 containers of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound in 4- and 8-fluid ounce sizes sold nationwide between 1989 and August 1995. The product contains methyl salicylate and was not packaged with child-resistant closures as required by law. The compound is toxic and can cause serious injury or death if accidentally ingested, particularly by children. It is used by hobbyists to improve traction on model racing car tires.
According to the recall notice, consumers should discontinue use of the product. Affected consumers can contact Paragon Racing Products at (612) 442-6364 to receive a free safety closure, or write to the company at 340 Industrial Boulevard, Waconia, Minnesota 55387. The CPSC and Paragon Racing Products have no reports of injuries associated with this product.
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Poisoning
November 17, 1995 Release # 96-025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paragon Racing Products, Inc.of Waconia, Minn., is voluntarily recalling approximately 75,000 4 - and 8-fluid ounce containers of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound. The product, which contains methyl salicylate, was not packaged with child- resistant closures. The product is toxic and can cause serious injury or death if it is accidentally ingested.The Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound is used by hobbyists on the tires of model racing cars to help provide traction. Approximately 75,000 cans were sold nationwide in hobby supply stores from 1989 to August, 1995. The 4-fluid ounce package sold for approximately $6.50 and the 8-fluid ounce size for $10.50.Consumers should discontinue use of the product and call Paragon Racing Products at (612) 442-6364 to receive a free safety closure. Consumers can also write to Paragon at 340 Industrial Boulevard, Waconia, Minn. 55387.Under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, products containing more than 5% methyl salicylate are required to be packaged in containers with child-resistant packaging. Paragon Racing Products and CPSC are not aware of any injuries associated with this product
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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