Comfort Zone portable electric heaters

31 reports to CPSC, the latest made Dec 5, 2024. A report isn’t a recall.

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31reports to CPSC
Dec 5, 2024the latest report was made
Dec 6, 2011the earliest
2with the company’s comments

Brand: Comfort Zone
Maker: Howard Berger Co IncMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: Portable electric heatersCPSC’s product type: Portable Electric Heaters (code 348), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Other ways the reports write the brand (1)

“Comfort Zone Ceramic Heater”

By month

1 report from January 2024 to December 2024; the most in December 2024, 1. 30 earlier reports, since December 2011, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
December 2024	1
December 2023	1
April 2023	1
March 2023	1
January 2023	1
February 2021	2
February 2020	1
August 2019	1
May 2019	1
December 2018	1
December 2017	1
January 2017	2
November 2016	1
March 2016	1
May 2015	1
April 2015	1
February 2015	1
November 2014	1
March 2014	1
November 2013	1
January 2013	1
December 2012	1
October 2012	1
May 2012	1
February 2012	2
January 2012	2
December 2011	1

How badly anyone was hurt

First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
Hurt, no treatment 1 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
Hurt, care not known 1 CPSC: Injury, Level of care not known
No one hurt 26 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 1 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury
Not said 1 CPSC: Unspecified

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

No one hurt
Made Dec 5, 2024, sent to the company Dec 9, 2024, published by CPSC Dec 23, 2024

The product, in the report: This heater has a 2-prong ever so slightly polarized plug which is unsafe. The plug is missing the grounding prong and shouldn’t be offered for sale. Amazon is aware of the issue.

I have purchased a Comfort Zone Milkhouse Heater model #CZ798 on Amazon. The heater has a 2-prong plug which is unsafe (lacks a grounding prong) and shouldn’t be offered for sale at all. I have posted a 3-star review describing the problem so Amazon is aware. Still the heater is up for sale. It should have a 3-prong plug to be safe.

Model
#CZ798 Series
UPC
none
Serial number
#CZ798
Where
Shaker Heights, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 73, Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20241205-22B67-2147334843. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 5, 2023, sent to the company Dec 8, 2023, published by CPSC Dec 22, 2023

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone ceramic heater CZ442WM, small Manufactured 09/2017 World and Main (Cranberry) LLC

I have used this heater several times but I recently had plugged it in, directly to the outlet, and within 20 minutes of it being on it started to smoke and caught fire.

Model
CZ442WM
Serial number
93388-9 F248
Bought from
Walmart
Where
United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20231205-6E3A3-2147343624. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 8, 2023, sent to the company Apr 12, 2023, published by CPSC Apr 26, 2023

The product, in the report: Oscillating Space Heater – Ceramic Forced Fan Heating with Stay Cool Housing - Tower with Remote Control, Digital Thermostat, Timer, Large Temperature Display and Efficient ECO Mode - by Bovado USA

My space heater safety switch stopped working, creating a fire hazard if the device were to tip over. It is a Comfort Zone Ceramic Oscillating Space Heater. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0758K1RRK

Model
CZ523RBK
Serial number
050519
Bought from
Amazon.com - Fresh_Colony
Bought
Sep 19, 2019
Where
GRAND LEDGE, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 43, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20230408-19961-2147348219. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 27, 2023, sent to the company Apr 4, 2023, published by CPSC Apr 18, 2023

The product, in the report: About 6 months ago I purchased a Comfort Zone Milkhouse Utility Heater (Model CZ798BKN) from Atwoods in Broken Arrow, OK. Recently, the thermostat quit working and the unit runs continuously no matter where the thermostat is set. Also, the auto shut off quit working so that it will continue to operate if the unit tips over. I cannot find any contact information for the company to report this issue either on the internet (company website) or the unit itself.

About 6 months ago I purchased a Comfort Zone Milkhouse Utility Heater (Model CZ798BKN) from Atwoods in Broken Arrow, OK. Recently, the thermostat quit working and the unit runs continuously no matter where the thermostat is set. Also, the auto shut off quit working so that it will continue to operate if the unit tips over. I cannot find any contact information for the company to report this issue either on the internet (company website) or the unit itself. There is a QC inspection sticker on the unit dated 8/29/2022. No incidents occurred.

Model
Milkhouse Utility Heater (Model CZ798BKN)
Serial number
NO Serial Number Found On Unit.
Bought from
Atwoods Ranch and Home Goods, Oklahoma
Bought
Oct 14, 2022, about then
Where
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20230327-201CD-2147348452. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 31, 2023, sent to the company Feb 3, 2023, published by CPSC Feb 17, 2023

The product, in the report: Space heater

Space heater melted in wall electric receptical

Model
Cz798bkmt
UPC
7587705023
Serial number
B2l006
Bought from
Menards
Bought
Dec 17, 2022
Where
saint charles, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 63, Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Comfort zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/17/2023) Howard Berger Co Inc: February 15, 2023
VIA Web-Site Submission RE: CPSC Report No. 20230131-CA747-2147351040 Comfort Zone Electric Heater Model CZ798BKMT
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is in response to the consumer product safety notice received on February 3, 2023, by World and Main (Cranbury), LLC (“WaMC”) in connection with an incident that occurred on January 20, 2023.
The description of use provided by the report did not provide enough information for the company to make any determination as to the cause of origin of the incident. Additionally, without possession of the product, the company cannot determine if the product malfunctioned. The customer returned the electric heater to the store, and WaMC is not able to retrieve it.
Typically, when an outlet smokes or burns, it is caused by 1) faulty wire connections inside the wall (loose connection between wire and receptacle); 2) an old receptacle; 3) dust buildup in the receptacle box; or 4) an overloaded circuit. It is usually not caused by an appliance (in this case, the Comfort Zone electric heater).
Based on the feedback of the customer, it appears that an overloaded circuit was probably not the cause since, although other appliances were plugged into the same circuit, the customer says that none of them were turned on at the time of the incident. It would appear that the cause of the burned outlet was due to loose wires, a worn receptacle, or dust buildup in the outlet box. Without having the electric heater in our possession to test, WaMC can only speculate as to the most common root cause of this incident.
The company maintains all safety requirements and as such, the heater is ETL listed and complies with all required safety standards.
Please contact us if you need any additional information. Please notify the company in the event the Commission receives a request under the Freedom of Information Act for disclosure of this information.

CPSC report 20230131-CA747-2147351040. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 12, 2021, sent to the company Mar 3, 2021, published by CPSC Mar 17, 2021

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone space heater purchased at Dollar General. “Fan Heater, model # CZ45EDG 120V AC 60 Hz 150W; Manufactured 5/2020; Intertek 3130679 Custom to US STD 1278.” The other tag, I believe is for Dollar General inventory: DJ1 001-1/CZ45EDG/050620. This is a severe fire hazard. It does not have to be plugged in for long before it burns out the wires behind the receptacle and the receptacle itself.

I purchased a Comfort Zone space heater model # CZ45EDG produced 5/2020 with Intertek 3130679. It shorted out 3 different plugs in the house and burned the wires behind the receptacles.

Model
CZ45EDG
UPC
None
Serial number
None, just the Dollar General inventory number
Bought from
Dollar General
Bought
Dec 2, 2020, about then
Where
CARRIERE, Mississippi: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20210212-B445F-2147365920. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 9, 2021, sent to the company Mar 2, 2021, published by CPSC Mar 23, 2021

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone model CZ50BK 120 vac 60hz 1500w Date code 9/2019 Intertek 5001301 Model CZ50BK

On February 8th I smelt a burning smell in my home while my comfort zone space heater was running. I turned my heater off to investigate and found the outlet that I had the heater plugged into had started to burn and melt. Had I not caught it there definitely would have been a fire in my home. There appears to be no overheat protection associated with this device only a tip over switch is offered. This heater is not safe. I reported it to the company and they did not seem interested in this information. All they wanted was the receipt for the item if I would like a replacement and a bill and fire report if I wanted to claim any damages.

Model
CZ50BK
Serial number
F2Y023/CZ50BK/091619
Bought from
Menards
Bought
Nov 1, 2020
Where
Oak Lawnb, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 54, Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20210209-11C0A-2147365973. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Feb 1, 2020, sent to the company Feb 25, 2020, published by CPSC Mar 10, 2020

The product, in the report: see previous entry

This home electric heater was used as additional heat in a bedroom on January 31, 2020. The heater was not placed near any combustible item. For no reason the heater over heat and melted the plastic in the middle of the casing. No damage was found on the outside of the heater except for the melted hole in the top. The fumes were noxious and woke my wife up. She quickly pulled out the plug and put on the room fan to disburse the fumes. She has COPD and I am worried that berating the fumes has injured her respiratory tree. There was no damage to our house and no other fire was observed.
The heater is a howard berger company heater called comfort zone model cz448 1500 watts date 7/06/15 made in china conforms to ul standard 1278 I have saved the heater with the melted plastic hole (3 inches by 1 1/2 inches) on top for inspection.

Model
CZ448
Where
FREEHOLD, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 71, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

CPSC report 20200201-12D3A-2147375095. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Aug 7, 2019, sent to the company Aug 16, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 25, 2019

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone 700/1000-Watt Oscillating Parabolic Dish Radiant Electric Portable Heater. Black plastic base, stainless/black cage. Circular in nature.

It is believed this product started a fire in a dwelling. The remains of a heater similar to this were found and no marking were noted. Consumer stated he saw a flash and sparks coming from the heater when it was plugged in. Research found the user manual lists a number of precautions regarding electrical malfunctions. Also, the reviews for this heater indicated similar issues as well as switch failure and being extremely hot and overheating.
The heater was reportedly placed on a treadmill and less than 2 feet from the made bed. It is believed that the heater was plugged into an extension course.

Where
VIENNA, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/2/2019) Howard Berger Co Inc: August 20, 2019
VIA Web-Site Submission
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission National Injury Information Clearinghouse 4330 East West Highway, Room 502 Bethesda, MD 20814
RE: CPSC Report No. 20190807-37E71-2147379380 Comfort Zone Electric Heater Model CZ998
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is in response to the consumer product safety notice received on August 16, 2019, by World and Main (Cranbury), LLC (“WaMC”) in connection with a fire that occurred on July 27, 2019. The notice alleges that (i) WaMC is the manufacturer of the Comfort Zone Heater model # CZ998, and (ii) that the CZ998 heater was the cause of a fire in a dwelling.
The description of use provided by report did not provide enough information for the company to make any determination as to the cause of origin of the incident or if the product malfunctioned. Additionally, without possession of the product, or in this case the remnants of the product the company cannot identify the product or determine is the product malfunctioned.
WaMC hereby disputes the validity of this complaint based on the following:
Identification of the heater: WaMC challenges the identification of the heater as a CZ998 heater. While the heater appears to be a dish style heater and may resemble the CZ998, it is important to note there are several dish style heaters on that market that are of similar in size and shape to the CZ998 and positive identification cannot be ascertained through a photo. Since WaMC has no means by which to verify this claim and has not been given the opportunity examine the remains of the heater, WaMC must deny this is a CZ998 heater.
Violation of Instructions and Warnings: If the subject heater was in fact distributed by WaMC and if the heater was a cause of the fire, it appears based on the limited information provided to us that the heater was used in a manner in violation of the instructions and warnings.
Specifically, it is noted in the report that the heater was placed less than 2 feet from the bed and was plugged into an extension cord. The User Guide strongly warns against this type usage in several places.
The User Guide describes the severity of the warnings with the following paragraph:
While using our heater/fan, you should follow the IMPORTANT Instructions Listed below. As part of those instructions, we have used the word “WARNING” to indicate the level of hazard: WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
Specifically, under the section entitled IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS, it states among other things, the following:
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
• Read all the instructions before using this heater/fan. • The heater/fan is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use provided handle when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the front of the heater-fan and keep them away from the sides and rear. • Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip). Always unplug heater when not in use. • Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury to persons or property.
Similar warnings are found under the section entitled WARNING: FIRE HAZARD, which states among other things, the following:
Heater has hot and arching or sparking parts inside. Do not use near combustible materials or flammable gases or sources of heat. DO NOT USE in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable materials are used or stored. Keep combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes or curtains at least 3 feet (0.9M) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear. To prevent a possible fire do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. Do not place the heater near a bed because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall of the bed and be ignited by the heater. Do no insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electrical, shock, fire or damage the heater.
Again, these precautions are reiterated in the section entitled USAGE, which states among other things the following:
HEATER CONNECTION: Plug heater directly into 120 Volt A.C., 60 Hz wall outlet. Be sure plug fits tightly in outlet. A loose connection may cause overheating and damage the plug or heater. NOTE: The heater draws 8.33 amps during operation. To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the heater into a circuit that is servicing other electrical needs.
The report specifically state that the heater was placed less than 2 feet from the bed and that the consumer used an extension cord. Each of these activities are contrary to the instructions in the User Manual.
Furthermore, the report does not indicate how the reporter ascertained that the heater a WaMC product, nor does it provide any creditable information about the reporter’s credentials that would support his ability to his/her ability to examine the evidence and come to the conclusion that the heater was the cause of the fire.
It is the company’s position that if the heater is determined to be implicated in the fire, it will not be as a result of a heater malfunction but rather due to the user’s violation of the instructions and warnings.
The company maintains all safety requirements and as such, the heater is ETL listed and complies with all required safety standards. The heater is also equipped with an automatic overheat protection device located inside the body of the heater. The company will continue to work with the customer to obtain the product for investigation purposes to determine what occurred during the incident.

CPSC report 20190807-37E71-2147379380. Submitter: Local Government Agency Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 8, 2019, sent to the company May 16, 2019, published by CPSC May 31, 2019

The product, in the report: Space heater mfg by Comfort Zone Model #CZ499R Starting January 3, 2019 I began using the heater daily. Space heater has remote control. Even after removing batteries from remote, other remote controls would activate CZ499R, frequently. I live in a condominium with many neighbors close by. So, when I went anywhere, I began checking to make sure the heater was unplugged. I was concerned that a neighbor’s remote might also activate the space heater. I bought the item based on the recommendation of Consumer Reports. I also notified them of the issue. I called them this morning, They haven’t changed the assessment of the product to note that random remote controls could activate it. They did tell me to contact you.

Space heater mfg by Comfort Zone Model #CZ499R
Starting January 3, 2019 I began using the heater daily.
Space heater has remote control. Even after removing batteries from remote, other remote controls would activate CZ499R, frequently.
I live in a condominium with many neighbors close by. So, when I went anywhere, I began checking to make sure the heater was unplugged. I was concerned that a neighbor’s remote might also activate the space heater.
I bought the item based on the recommendation of Consumer Reports. I also notified them of the issue. I called them this morning, They haven’t changed the assessment of the product to note that random remote controls could activate it.
They did tell me to contact you.

Model
CZ499R
Bought from
hardwareworld.com, Washington
Bought
Dec 27, 2018
Where
Las Vegas, Nevada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20190508-7362E-2147381133. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 18, 2018, sent to the company Feb 6, 2019, published by CPSC Feb 22, 2019

The product, in the report: Comfort zone fan heater

I purchased 2 comfort zone heaters at Family Dollar in [REDACTED] Ohio, I had 1 plugged in directly into the outlet located in my bedroom I turn the heater on for approximately a hour or two at a time once a day when I’m not using it I would unplug the heater. Today I noticed while unplugging the heater that the plug on the heater has melted plastic that is burnt around the actual plug only located on one side the other prong appeared normal this made me very concerned, so I went to check out the other heater that is also frequently used for 2-3 hours daily I discover the same situation with that heater it also had a burnt plug not as bad but it is obvious. This is not a safe product I’m very concerned for consumers who have these plugged in while sleeping,

Model
Fan heater Cz40fDSF
Serial number
100612-1/CZ40FDS/042618 DJ1
Bought from
Family Dollar
Bought
Dec 5, 2018
Where
Dayton, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20181217-5427B-2147383707. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 20, 2017, sent to the company Mar 22, 2018, published by CPSC Apr 5, 2018

The product, in the report: Electric space heater, Comfort Zone, Fan Heater, Model CZ50BKDG with a rating of 120V AC 60Hz 1500W, Made in China, Date 06/23/2016.

On 12/08/2017 I, [REDACTED], received information regarding a reported space heater failure in [REDACTED]. I went to the above listed address and met with owner [REDACTED]. [REDACTED] reported she had taken a shower about 4:00am and left the space heater in the bathroom on the medium thermostat setting with the fan in the high mode. [REDACTED] stated at about 11:30am she was getting ready to leave the house and her bedroom smoke detector sounded. [REDACTED] wen’t into the bathroom and found the space heater on fire with flames rising about 18”. [REDACTED] unplugged the heater, splashed some water on it and took it outside. The only damage was a small burn mark on the linoleum flooring in the bathroom. I checked the outlet the space heater was plugged in to and it was still functional with no damage. [REDACTED] stated the breaker never tripped. I collected the space heater for further evaluation and reporting to the CPSC. An initial cursory examination of the heater shows fire damage from the interior to the exterior. The heater is a Comfort Zone, Fan Heater, Model CZ50BKDG with a rating of 120V AC 60Hz 1500W, Made in China, Date 06/23/2016. [REDACTED] reported she purchased the heater last year at [REDACTED] but based on the serial number appears to have been a Dollar General product. [REDACTED] frequently makes purchases at Dollar General as well.

Model
Model CZ50BKDG
Serial number
83121-2/CZ50DG/062316
Bought from
Dollar General
Where
Galena, Kansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 45, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20171220-24B58-2147394436. Submitter: State Government Agency Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 23, 2017, sent to the company Feb 8, 2017, published by CPSC Feb 23, 2017

The product, in the report: TOWER HEATER MODEL: CZ499R lnterteck 3127402. Conforms to Ul STD. No. 1278. Certified to CSA STD C22.2 N0.46

The Comfort Zone heater model # CZ499R has an electrical shortage and burns through the bottom of the unit while it was in used. It was fortunate that I was sitting closed to the unit while this happened and I was able to unplug the unit while it burns a bit of my hardwood flooring. Please see the attached pictures for more detail. I can be reached by phone@ [REDACTED] or email @ [REDACTED]. Thank you.

Model
CZ499R
Where
Lawrenceville, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170123-09188-1625738. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No incident, no one hurt
Made Jan 19, 2017, sent to the company Feb 6, 2017, published by CPSC Feb 21, 2017

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone Radiant Tower Heater Model number CZQTV007BK

Comfort Zone heater Model number CZQTV007BK melted in 2 places on the front of the heater leaving 2 holes in the plastic. The plastic ended up inside the heater. Heater was being used in a large master bathroom with a tile floor.

Model
CZQTV007BK
Bought from
MENARD INC, Wisconsin
Bought
Dec 17, 2016
Where
Indianapolis, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
No Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20170119-0AB69-1624510. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 10, 2016, sent to the company Nov 21, 2016, published by CPSC Dec 6, 2016

The product, in the report: Portable Heater

Fan Motor Caught Fire While In Use In Home.

Model
CZ792
Serial number
36232
Bought from
Sutherlands Hardware
Bought
Oct 15, 2010
Where
Beaumont, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 73, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20161110-C0FC9-2147410885. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 15, 2016, sent to the company Apr 7, 2016, published by CPSC Apr 21, 2016

The product, in the report: Oscillating Space Heater

The consumer plugged in the space heater in his family room for use. The consumer had the space heater placed on an open shelf.
The consumer started using the heater on the evening of 1/17/16. The consumer would only use the heater in the evening.
Before bed on 01/19/16, around 10:30 pm, the consumer noticed that the heater stopped oscillating. The heater was still blowing out heat so the consumer went to bed.
At 1:30am (1/20/16), the consumer heard a loud crack sound come from the electric breaker. The consumer went to check and noticed that there were flames shooting up from the heater. The flames were reaching up to the ceiling.
The consumer unplugged the unit and started throwing water to extinguish the flames. The smoke alarms went off.
The consumer had smoke and soot all over his home. He had to ventilate the area to get rid of smoke from the home.
The consumer has smoke/fire damage to the ceiling, wall panel, carpet and shelf in the living room. The consumer will have to have all of the wall panel replaced. The ceiling and molding is charred. The heater melted into the carpet.
The heater was originally about 12 inches tall. After the incident, the heater has melted down to just about 2 inches (only base remaining).
The consumer called the retailer 1/20/16. He also contacted the manufacturer where he spoke to [REDACTED]. The consumer was asked the condition of plug, cord and outlet. The consumer informed her that all of those things were not damaged. The consumer explained the incident. The representative asked the consumer to send in photos and repair/clean up estimates.
The representative also asked the consumer to send back the heater to the company for an inspection. The consumer refused to send it back and kept it as an evidence. The consumer informed the representative that they can send out an inspector to look at the heater. The representative informed the consumer that they may contact local fire marshall to come out to look at the unit.
The consumer received a call from the local [REDACTED] fire chief who was advised by the fire marshall to inform him that if the product has been boxed up, it would be considered tempering with the evidence. No one came out for an inspection.
The consumer contacted Service Master for an estimate. The consumer had them send photos and estimate to the Comfort Zone directly via e-mail.
The consumer waited for a few days after sending the e-mail. He tried contacting the firm and was unable to speak to anyone. He constantly reached voicemail.
The consumer received a call about a week ago from [REDACTED] asking for photos. She stated that they only received the estimate.
The consumer mailed photos to the company on 03/08/16 via registered mail.
The consumer is waiting to hear back from the company.
The consumer has the damaged heater at his home.

Model
CZ50
UPC
075877021151
Bought from
Menards, Indiana
Bought
Jan 6, 2016
Where
Payne, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20160315-BA1AC-1560913. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 4, 2015, sent to the company May 12, 2015, published by CPSC May 27, 2015

The product, in the report: Product: Space Heater Brand: Comfort Zone Model: CZ530WM Mfg date: 07/2014 Dist by: Howard Berger Co. LLC. Sold by: Wal-Mart Country of origin: China Purchase date: Winter 2014/15 Purchased from: Wal-Mart Perryville MO Possible serial #: 67650-2/cz530wm/092414 Color: white

Product: Space Heater Brand: Comfort Zone Model: CZ530WM Mfg date: 07/2014 Dist by: Howard Berger Co. LLC. Sold by: Wal-Mart Country of origin: China Purchase date: Winter 2014/15 Possible serial #: 67650-2/cz530wm/092414
Space heater had not been turned on or used for around one month, although it was left plugged in. The On/Off switch in the OFF position, thermostat set to the lowest setting, Hi 1500w/Low 1250w switch set to Hi, unit in standby/off mode, with only power running to the on off switch on the unit. The room temperature was around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, so there was no attempt for the heater thermostat to activate due to temperature change.
With no indications of a problem, the male end of the units electrical cord shorted, made a buzzing sound, followed by a bright arc like an electric welder, the plug started blazing. I pulled the cord causing the plug to release from the female receptacle, extinguished the flaming plug end without further damage to the house, myself or anyone else. The arc burned away one of the plug prongs, melted and burned the plug end leaving a burned out void where the prong would normally protrude out of the plastic. Luckily, this occurred while I was home, and awake, sitting 3 ft away, where I had a chance to take action. I’d hate to think what the outcome would have been had I not been able to intervene, or worse yet had I been asleep.

Model
CZ530WM
Serial number
67650-2/cz530wm/092414
Bought from
WalMart
Bought
Dec 21, 2014, about then
Where
Perryville, Missouri: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Age 50, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150503-E6F18-2147433262. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 22, 2015, sent to the company Apr 30, 2015, published by CPSC May 14, 2015

The product, in the report: Howard Berger Co., Inc. Comfort Zone small electric space heater. Model number CZ35. Color is white. Purchased from Menards in December 2014. Manufactured 9/2014. Has assorted information on the bottom sticker, including “Howard Berger Co., Inc”, “Fan Heater”, “Model: CZ35”, “Rating 120V A. C. 60 Hz 1500W”, “Date 9-14”, “Made in China”, “Comfort Zone”, has round logo with letters ETL, “Intertek 4005892”, “Conforms to UL STD No. 1278”, “Certified to CSA STD C22.2 No. 46”. Also has a small white sticker on the bottom that reads “66783/CZ35/160914”

Purchased a Howard Berger Co., Inc. Comfort Zone portable heater (model CZ35) from Menards in December of 2014. Used it roughly once a week, for a few hours at a time through February. Today I turned it on, and the heater warmed up, but the fan did not work. I did not leave it like this, but if I had, I’m concerned it would have overheated and started a fire. I fiddled both switches, and tried it again. It heats up (a lot), but the fan does not come on.

Model
CZ35
Bought from
Menards, Wisconsin
Bought
Dec 19, 2014
Where
Madison, Wisconsin: Other Public Property/Office
Who was involved
Age 37, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150422-E7BA2-2147433527. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 18, 2015, sent to the company Feb 26, 2015, published by CPSC Mar 13, 2015

The product, in the report: Comfort zone space heater

Heater will not shut off and overheats. This is a fire hazzard

Model
CZ792
Serial number
27459/CZ7912/2008
Bought from
WALMART
Where
buckhannon, West Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 50, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20150218-A0D3B-2147435292. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Not said
Made Nov 18, 2014, sent to the company Nov 26, 2014, published by CPSC Dec 11, 2014

The product, in the report: Oscillating Compact Ceramic Heater : Rating : 120v a.c. 60Hz max 1500W 12.5A, 5120 BTUs . Black in color 10 1/2 inch tall 5 3/4 inch wide. it also has the name Intertek with the numbers 3179380 under it.

This Heater was a gift bought about 2 weeks ago. Started using it off and on 3 days ago when the temp. dropped. It sits about 2 feet from anything behind the heater. front and sides are wide open. After it had been running for about 2-3 hours on low heat i was going to move it to another room. when i went to unplug it from the outlet i noticed the plug was very warm. upon inspecting the plug, I noticed around the prongs the plastic was mostly in the form of liquid , where the plastic was melting to the point the prongs could be moved by touching lightly them , the prongs were very hot This is a Howard Berger Co. inc Comfort Zone Heater Model: CZ448 has a date : 07/14 Intertek 3179380 I was the one using the heater, I’m a 50 year old male. I believe if the Heater had been left on much longer it would have completely melted the plug and been a Fire Hazard .

Model
CZ448
UPC
75877 00448
Serial number
67051/CZ448/070914
Bought from
Fred’s Dept. store Henderson,, Tennessee
Bought
Nov 3, 2014
Where
jacks creek, Tennessee: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone Ceramic Heater, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Unspecified

CPSC report 20141118-EB6A5-2147438769. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 5, 2014, sent to the company Apr 24, 2014, published by CPSC May 8, 2014

The product, in the report: Space Heater

Compact Fan Heater caught fire purchased from one of the dollar chain stores in January 2014. The heater had been running earlier but caller had turned it off before going to bed the night before. The caller had been out of the house approximately two hours.
He returned to his home to find that the heater was on fire as if it had just burst into flames or exploded. The fire itself appears to have been located at the heater, floor and paneling but there are pieces of plastic stuck to a door, the floor etc. His sink is porcelain and is now cracked where it wasn’t when he left.
There are no injuries to be reported The caller has not contacted the manufacturer but does intends to contact them.

Model
CZ35BG
Serial number
not available
Bought from
Family Dollar
Bought
Jan 3, 2014, about then
Where
Cisco, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 56, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20140305-715F9-1389816. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 23, 2013, sent to the company Dec 3, 2013, published by CPSC Dec 17, 2013

The product, in the report: I purchased the heater from Wal-Mart in Carlsbad,NM for use in our motorhome. When I plugged it in, it began to produce heat, but smelled odd. A few seconds later, smoke poured out of the back of the unit and it blew the outlet breaker (a 15A breaker). After resetting the breaker, the unit wouldn’t turn on at all, even as a fan. I returned it to Wal-Mart 11/23/2013 and replaced it with a different model. The address I have used in the form is my home address. The incident, as I said above occurred in New Mexico at an RV Park. The product is called a Comfort Zone Multi Purpose Compact Small Room Ceramic Heater Model CZ442WM. It is clear that the internal protection circuitry is insufficient to prevent causing a fire if the line circuit breaker doesn’t trip in time.

I purchased the heater from Wal-Mart in Carlsbad,NM for use in our motorhome. When I plugged it in, it began to produce heat, but smelled odd. A few seconds later, smoke poured out of the back of the unit and it blew the outlet breaker (a 15A breaker). After resetting the breaker, the unit wouldn’t turn on at all, even as a fan. I returned it to Wal-Mart 11/23/2013 and replaced it with a different model. The address I have used in the form is my home address. The incident, as I said above occurred in New Mexico at an RV Park.
The product is called a Comfort Zone Multi Purpose Compact Small Room Ceramic Heater Model CZ442WM. It is clear that the internal protection circuitry is insufficient to prevent causing a fire if the line circuit breaker doesn’t trip in time.

Model
CZ442WM
Bought from
Wal-Mart, New Mexico
Bought
Nov 22, 2013
Where
Little Canada, New Mexico: Place of Recreation or Sports
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20131123-4A33D-2147449667. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 19, 2013, sent to the company Jan 29, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 12, 2013

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone CZ499R Oscillating Tower Heater Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 9.8 x 22.5 inches Shipping Weight: 7.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S. Origin: China Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply. ASIN: B000IKNT3W California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning. Item model number: CZ499R

Comfort Zone CZ499R Oscillating Tower Heater I bought this heater in the fall of 2010. It had a made on 8/2010 sticker on the bottom. It worked very well. Always kept the room nice a warm. However, in November 2011 I started noticing a burning smell. Then power button (not the on off button) stopped working. Then today it just stopped working all together. I noticed on the bottom a burn mark and hole. I looked around the area where it was sitting and sure enough my carpet has burn marks on it now. I took the bottom plate off to find that the coating around the small wire connecting to the power button had burned off and the wire disconnected. The wire was lying on the bottom of the unit, hence the burn mark. This is why you should never leave these space heaters on unattended. So in summary, it works great until the it starts to melt down!
Read the Amazon.com reviews, several say they started smoking or had the same issues that I did.

Model
Comfort Zone CZ499R Oscillating Tower Heater
Bought from
Big Lots
Where
Lorain, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 28, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20130119-38E6D-2147459701. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Feb 13, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 28, 2013

The product, in the report: Ceramic Heater

The caller stated that the portable heater was on for a couple of hours, she smelled an odor of something burning. She noticed that the electrical cord was melted at the location where it was plugged in. The heater was unplugged to prevent further damages. There were no prior incidents.
The manufacturer was not contacted because there was no contact number on the unit.
The caller is concerned that this heater is a fire hazard and should be investigated.

Model
cz450
Serial number
unknown
Bought from
Dollar General, Florida
Bought
Dec 3, 2011, about then
Where
Pensacola, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20121221-15A68-1292107. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, care not known
Made Oct 5, 2012, sent to the company Jan 30, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 13, 2013

The product, in the report: Portable Ceramic Heater

The caller stated that she followed the instruction to use the heater, however there was fumes and an overwhelming odor emitting from the heater which caused her to be nauseous. This incident left an unusual taste in her mouth. No medical attention was received. [REDACTED], made me sick.
The caller returned the heater to the store and received a full refund. She requested that the retail store removed the item from the shelf because the heater was a health hazard. The manufacturer was not contacted as yet. The caller feels that this heater is unsafe and should be reported.

Model
CZ 330 12610
Serial number
unknown
Bought from
Fred’s Super Dollar, Arkansas
Bought
Oct 2, 2012
Where
Magnolia, Arkansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 80, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Level of care not known

CPSC report 20121005-9670E-1277657. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made May 16, 2012, sent to the company May 23, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 7, 2012

The product, in the report: Howard Berger Comfort Zone Portable Heater Model: CZ40 Date Code: 1105CX

I own three portable heaters with fan made by a company called Howard Berger Co called Comfort Zone Model # CZ40 Date code: 1105CX and recently the side of one of unit fan had melted but before I knew that we had smelled a burning smell in the home but could not find it, I noticed the heater was not working and when I grabbed it to look at it I burned my had and also believed I was shocked before I dropped it on the floor.
I have contacted the company and spoke with a [REDACTED] and it would appear they don’t care because all they wanted to do was replace the unit for me with a more costly one.

Model
CZ40
Serial number
43200/CZ40FDS/050711
Bought from
Dollar Store, Ohio
Bought
Oct 20, 2011
Where
Elyria, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 47, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20120516-A3242-2147467567. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 22, 2012, sent to the company Mar 30, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 13, 2012

The product, in the report: quartz infrared heater

The consumer noticed that the print on the box indicated that the heater was safe for children & pets. She also noticed a warning label on the back of the heater indicating “Heater hot when in use do not let bare skin touch hot surface”.
When she put the heater into use she noticed the front grate where the heat comes out and the ledge that’s a part of the case get very hot to touch.
The consumer’s granddaughter whom is one years of age attempted to touch the infrared part of the heater. The consumer was able to get to her in time and there are no injuries reported. The heater was in use for an hour.
The consumer indicated that a child could be severely burned if their skin comes in contact with the heater.
The firm was contacted the week of 2/13/2012 and the representative that she spoke with was very rude and nasty the consumer stated.
The consumer contacted the BBB and reported the firm. The consumer plans to return the heater to the retailer.

Model
CZ2011P
Bought from
Ollies, New York
Bought
Feb 8, 2012
Where
Rochester, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 1, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20120222-1110B-1233008. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 11, 2012, sent to the company Feb 21, 2012, published by CPSC Mar 6, 2012

The product, in the report: Space Heater

Complaint involves “Comfort Zone” heater, model cz792, manufacture date 07/10, purchased at Tractor Supply in St. Albans VT in fall of 2010. I recently noticed that when the heater was set to it’s lowest heat setting, the heater would stay on continuously instead of cycling on and off. I unplugged the heater and stopped using it. I disassembled the heater and found that the weighted (plastic) arm that is supposed to mechanically open a circuit on the thermostat had melted and was laying in the bottom of the heater (pictures available). This would cause the heater to remain “on” if it were tipped over. I do not know if this melted arm somehow interfered with the operation of the thermostat causing the heater to stay “on” all the time when the thermostat was set to it’s lowest setting.
I also noted that the thermostat is wired to interrupt the “neutral” side of the incoming power instead of the “hot” side.
Additionally, during troubleshooting I found that the main power/mode-select switch had several hundred ohms of resistance between the “hot” side contact and the respective outgoing contacts.

Model
cz792
Bought from
Tractor Supply, Vermont
Where
Sheldon, Vermont: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20120211-CA992-2147470302. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 9, 2012, sent to the company Feb 9, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 24, 2012

The product, in the report: Comfort Zone Portable Ceramic Heater

The consumer stated he plugged in his ceramic heater is a potential fire hazard as it caused his wall out let to spark. The consumer stated that the outlet was unoccupied except for the heater. The consumer stated that he tried twice to start the heater and the fan of the heater would not operate. The consumer unplugged the outlet from the wall and the outlet sparked. The consumer has not had any known problems with the outlet.
The consumer stated that he could smell a brief electrical smell. The consumer stated that the heater appears fine some minor burn to the heater plug. The plug of the heater has two prongs. The consumer was not injured and did not call the fire department. The consumer did not experience any property damage. The consumer visited the retailer 3 days ago and explained to him they could not return the heater since it was open from the original package. The consumer has yet to call the firm.

Model
CZ35
UPC
400025057179
Serial number
41860/CZ35/EG/2011
Bought from
Dollar General Store
Bought
Aug 15, 2011, about then
Where
Suvirville, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20120109-B2B56-1224096. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 2, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 25, 2012

The product, in the report: Comfort zone cz25 personal heater

I purchased the comfort zone cz25 on 22 December 2011 and it was working fine heating up room, but on December 30, 2011 when it was plugged in after 5 minutes it started smoking and a small fire had started in the system.

Model
Cz25
Serial number
3085709
Bought from
Gorham’s
Bought
Dec 22, 2011
Where
Bermuda: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20120102-E7839-2147471799. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 6, 2011, sent to the company Dec 13, 2011, published by CPSC Dec 28, 2011

The product, in the report: “Comfort Zone” model CZ798, 120VAC 1500W electric space heater. Grey rectangular case, 14” tall, 9-3/4” wide, 6-3/4” deep inclusive of front-facing handles and rear louvers. Bears a label on the bottom stating “Made in China 07/11” with a “Conforms to UL STD #1278” statement, etc.

Electric space heater tipover switch melted during operation and dropped to the bottom of the space heater. Bimetallic tab-type thermostat glowed bright red during operation and ultimately welded itself closed, causing constant-on heater operation. This is the third electric space heater to malfunction in this manner.
The “thermostat” mechanism carries the full current of the heater coils, and is a fire hazard due to contact pitting, resultant series resistance, and final always-on operation. If left unattended, temperature will rise to dangerous levels.

Model
CZ798
UPC
unknown
Serial number
40819 / CZ798 / 062211
Bought from
unknown
Where
Carlsbad, New Mexico: Other Public Property/Office
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Comfort Zone, made or sold by Howard Berger Co Inc
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

CPSC report 20111206-D21E1-2147472619. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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