Tree Wound and Grafting Compound Recalled by the Tanglefoot Co.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-394.
The Tree Wound and Grafting Compound is used to seal pruning cuts and other tree wounds. The product is sold in pint, quart and gallon cans that are labeled "Tanglefoot, Tree Wound & Grafting Compound." The recalled cans were filled from November 11, 1996, through May 5, 1999. This five-digit date (written as year, month, day) is stamped on the back of the can's label. For example, "81127" means the can was filled on November 27, 1998.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-394.
Return the product to the store where purchased for a replacement.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Hardware Stores And Nurseries Nationwide Sold The Compound, From November 1996 Through August 1999, For Between $5 And $18, Depending On The Size Of The Can. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-394.
For more information, call The Tanglefoot Company toll-free at (800) 215-0938 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CDT Monday through Friday or email the company at tnglfoot@aol.com.
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Hardware Stores And Nurseries Nationwide Sold The Compound, From November 1996 Through August 1999, For Between $5 And $18, Depending On The Size Of The Can. Recall FAQ
Hardware Stores And Nurseries Nationwide Sold The Compound, From November 1996 Through August 1999, For Between $5 And $18, Depending On The Size Of The Can. is the subject of an outdoor & garden recall: Tree Wound and Grafting Compound Recalled by the Tanglefoot Co.. The notice was published on January 23, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 35,000 units are potentially affected.