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TonGass pool drain covers — recall

Consumer goods · United States · 2024-07-11

Hazard: The recalled drain covers do not confor…

TonGass pool drain covers, non-conformity to safety standards, entrapment hazard

Country	United States
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2024-07-11
Importer	Oneida International Ltd., dba TonGass, of China
Distributor	Unknown
Retailer	Exclusively online at www.amazon.com
Model identifiers	Model WGX1048E and ASIN B0CBK7HQQ
Units affected	1650
Hazard description	The recalled drain covers do not conform to the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing an entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
Non-compliance	Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act and Entrapment Hazard
Remedy	Pool owners/operators and consumers should immediately stop using pools with the recalled pool drain covers. To receive a refund, consumers should remove the drain cover from the pool, take a photo, and send it to the recalling firm by email at tongass@126.com. Ensure all pools and spas have Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA) compliant drain covers, and teach children to stay away from drains. TonGass is contacting all purchasers directly.
Recall number	24-303
Official notice	View source ↗

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Rules & standards likely involved	CPSC/CPSIA, ASTM F963 (toys), UL · Full guide →

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