CPSC recall 06061
Metal Alcohol Burners (used in scientific experiments)
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-04-22
On 2024-04-22 the CPSC announced a recall of Metal Alcohol Burners (used in scientific experiments) by C And A Scientific, citing alcohol can leak from defective soldering around the burner's copper tubing that acts as a wick, posing a fire and burn hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06061 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2006-01-05 |
| Published | 2024-04-22 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | C And A Scientific |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Metal Alcohol Burners (used in scientific experiments) | The metal alcohol burner consists of a stainless steel tank with a screw-on steel lid. A copper tubing wick in the shape of a loop is soldered on the top of the burner's lid. The burner and lid measure 3 inches in diameter by 3½ inches high. The burner also has a separate metal top, which fits over the copper wick to act as a snuffer, and a metal heat shield designed to sit on top of the lid. Item number 97-5320 is printed on the burner's packaging.
Reason
Alcohol can leak from defective soldering around the burner's copper tubing that acts as a wick, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-C--A-Scientific-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Metal-Alcohol-Burners
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