PRA number
2008/10307
Published date
Product description
REDI™ Eye Mask Hot/Cold Pack,
REDI™ Full Face Mask Hot/Cold Pack,
REDI™ Face mask Hot/Cold Pack,
REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack – small dual colour,
REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack with compression wrap – small dual colour,
REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack – small PVC,
Frosty Bear™ REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack.
REDI™ Full Face Mask Hot/Cold Pack,
REDI™ Face mask Hot/Cold Pack,
REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack – small dual colour,
REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack with compression wrap – small dual colour,
REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack – small PVC,
Frosty Bear™ REDI™ Hot/Cold Pack.
Reasons the product is recalled
These products contain the toxic substance ethylene glycol (rather than the non-toxic ingredient propylene glycol).
The hazards to consumers
Potentially life-threatening or could cause a serious risk to health (Class 1).
What consumers should do
If you have any of these products please do not use them. Please call the customer service line on (08) 9455 6676 to arrange the return of the affected product and a refund.
Supplier
Westcoast Surgical and Medical Supplies
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.