CPSC recall 08603
Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415 by Gia Instruments, citing the polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08603 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-08-28 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Gia Instruments |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415 | The recalled polariscopes are white in color with model number 415000 or 415 printed on the underside of the instrument. A polariscope is an instrument used by gemologists to assist in gem identification.
Reason
The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
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/2008/GIA-Instruments-Recalls-Polariscopes-Due-to-Shock-Hazard
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