One Handed Jar Lifter
The jar lifter is designed for lifting canning jars out of boiling water.
Progressive International Corporation Customer Service; at (800) 426-7101, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; or by e-mail at jarlifter@progressiveintl.com; or online at www.progressiveintl.com and click on "Recall Information" for additional information.
Recall Details
The recall involves the One Handed Jar Lifter. The jar lifter is a pair of tongs designed for lifting canning jars out of boiling water. The lifter is red with white handles. It is made of plastic and metal with a nylon coating.
Consumers should immediately stop using the jar lifter and contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement.
Progressive International has received no reports of injury or property damage.
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