CPSC Recall in 2010: Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-159

Date: March 09, 2010

Product Name: Therma Scarf scarves

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, Telebrands Corp., of Fairfield, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 98,500 (in the United States) and about 1,500 (in Canada) Therma Scarf scarves. The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.The recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors.

Hazard Description:

The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 98,500 in the United States and about 1,500 in Canada

Incidents:

The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25.

Manufactured In:

China