CPSC recall 20017
US 6 (4.0mm) addi® FlipStix knitting needles
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2019-11-06
On 2019-11-06 the CPSC announced a recall of US 6 (4.0mm) addi® FlipStix knitting needles by Gustav Selter And Kg, citing the shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20017 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2019-11-06 |
| Published | 2019-11-06 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Gustav Selter And Kg |
| Distribution | US |
Product
US 6 (4.0mm) addi® FlipStix knitting needles | This recall involves US 6 (4.0mm diameter) FlipStix in 6" and 8" long knitting needles. The knitting needles have aluminum shafts that are tapered at both ends. The long shaft holds the active (unsecured) stitches of the fabric, to prevent them from unravelling, whereas the tapered ends are used to form new stitches. The knitting needles were sold in blue, red and yellow combination packages. There are five needles per pack.
Reason
The shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration 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/2020/Skacel-Collection-Recalls-FlipStix-Knitting-Needles-Due-to-Laceration
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