Pyrex pots and pans, not metal

479 reports to CPSC, the latest made May 19, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.

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479reports to CPSC
May 19, 2026the latest report was made
May 11, 2011the earliest
454with the company’s comments

Brand: Pyrex
Makers: World Kitchen, LLC and Instant Brands Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: Pots and pans, not metalNot electricCPSC’s product type: Nonmetal Cookware (Nonelectric) (code 461), in Kitchen: Cookware & Tableware

Other ways the reports write the brand (20)

“Pryex”, “PYREX®”, “Pirex”, “Pyrex ( in all small letters)”, “Pyrex - 4 quart size dish”, “Pyrex - glass”, “Pyrex 2-Quart Glass Bakeware Dish”, “Pyrex Bakeware”, “Pyrex Easy Grab Baking Dish”, “Pyrex Easy Grab Set”, “Pyrex Easy-Grab”, “Pyrex Glass Bakeware Pie Plate”, “Pyrex Glass Casserole”, “Pyrex Portable Easy Grab”, “Pyrex Storage Plus”, “Pyrex and Corning”, “Pyrex storage”, “purex”, “pyrex basics” and “pyrex glass cake pan”

By month

6 reports from June 2025 to May 2026; the most in January 2026, 2. 473 earlier reports, since May 2011, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
May 2026	1
April 2026	1
January 2026	2
November 2025	1
June 2025	1
May 2025	2
March 2025	1
February 2025	1
January 2025	3
December 2024	2
November 2024	5
September 2024	1
May 2024	1
February 2024	1
November 2023	1
September 2023	1
July 2023	2
May 2023	2
March 2023	1
February 2023	1
January 2023	2
December 2022	1
November 2022	1
October 2022	1
September 2022	1
May 2022	2
March 2022	1
February 2022	2
December 2021	1
November 2021	4
October 2021	1
May 2021	2
April 2021	1
March 2021	3
February 2021	3
December 2020	3
November 2020	1
August 2020	2
July 2020	1
June 2020	1
May 2020	1
April 2020	2
March 2020	2
February 2020	2
January 2020	1
December 2019	3
November 2019	4
October 2019	1
September 2019	1
August 2019	1
May 2019	1
April 2019	1
March 2019	3
February 2019	4
December 2018	1
November 2018	3
October 2018	1
May 2018	1
April 2018	2
January 2018	3
December 2017	4
November 2017	3
October 2017	2
September 2017	1
August 2017	2
July 2017	3
June 2017	1
May 2017	3
April 2017	2
March 2017	3
February 2017	2
January 2017	4
December 2016	3
November 2016	1
October 2016	4
September 2016	1
August 2016	2
July 2016	1
June 2016	3
May 2016	3
April 2016	3
March 2016	2
February 2016	2
January 2016	8
December 2015	5
November 2015	8
October 2015	3
September 2015	2
August 2015	1
July 2015	1
June 2015	4
May 2015	4
April 2015	3
March 2015	5
February 2015	1
January 2015	11
December 2014	5
November 2014	4
October 2014	1
September 2014	5
August 2014	3
July 2014	3
June 2014	2
May 2014	1
April 2014	9
March 2014	2
February 2014	1
January 2014	4
December 2013	7
November 2013	2
October 2013	4
September 2013	7
August 2013	4
July 2013	3
June 2013	1
May 2013	2
April 2013	5
March 2013	5
February 2013	2
January 2013	16
December 2012	46
November 2012	7
October 2012	4
September 2012	8
August 2012	1
July 2012	4
June 2012	6
May 2012	5
April 2012	7
March 2012	4
February 2012	8
January 2012	10
December 2011	8
November 2011	11
October 2011	16
September 2011	13
August 2011	2
July 2011	1
June 2011	4
May 2011	2

How badly anyone was hurt

Hospital admission 1 CPSC: Injury, Hospital Admission
Emergency room 10 CPSC: Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received
Seen by a doctor or nurse 4 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
First aid 41 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
Hurt, no treatment 50 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
Hurt, care not known 10 CPSC: Injury, Level of care not known
No one hurt 346 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
No incident, no one hurt 2 CPSC: No Incident, No Injury
Not said 15 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 Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.

First aid
Made Jan 25, 2013, sent to the company Feb 28, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 22, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass pan set (3 pieces)

The consumer stated that she placed a glass pan inside the oven at 400 degrees for approximately 15 minutes. The consumer stated that she went to remove the glass pan it shattered as she was trying to put it down on the range. The consumer stated that there was glass all over her range.
The consumer stated that she suffered a cut to her right hand. She stated that she used a first aid kit to clean the cut and did not need medical attention.
The consumer stated that she will be contacting the manufacturer to file a report.
The consumer stated that she believes this product should be investigated do to the safety hazard that it poses to the consumer.

Model
Unknown
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Walmart, California
Bought
Mar 1, 2010, about then
Where
Los Angeles, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(3/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130125-7B2C2-1299280. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Jan 21, 2013, sent to the company Feb 1, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 15, 2013

The product, in the report: 9x13 Pyrex baking dish

My husband put chicken and a little water in a 9x13 pyrex baking dish and put it in the oven preheated to 350 degrees. After about 5-10 minutes, the dish exploded. He was near the table and said it sounded like a shotgun being fired. He turned toward the stove and saw smoke billowing out of the oven. When he went and opened the oven door, the chicken was laying all over the racks and glass was all over the bottom of the oven.

Bought from
Meijer
Bought
Nov 15, 2011, about then
Where
Lapeer, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 70, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/6/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: t World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130121-B98DA-2147459651. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 20, 2013, sent to the company Jan 31, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 22, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 13” baking dish, approximately 6 months old

I prepared the ingredients for a brunch egg bake, put them into a Pyrex 13” baking dish and heated the oven to 350 degrees. When the oven had reached temperature, I put the room temperature dish containing the room temperature ingredients into the hot oven. After baking for about 10 minutes, I heard a load explosion and when I looked in the oven, the Pyrex dish had exploded, leaving hot pieces of sharp broken glass scattered around the oven.
If I had happened to open the oven door to check the recipe when it exploded, I could have been hit by flying glass. Additionally, I have no idea what the risks are of using the oven if I am not able to completely clean it.

Bought from
Target, Virginia
Bought
Jul 15, 2012, about then
Where
Alexandria, Virginia: Unspecified
Who was involved
Age 56, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/7/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: .At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130120-2C81F-2147459689. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Seen by a doctor or nurse
Made Jan 20, 2013, sent to the company Jan 29, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 20, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex clear glass rectangular baking dish approximately 7 x 9 inches.

I picked up a small rectangular Pyrex glass baking dish and felt a sharp pain in the area between my thumb and forefinger. I looked at the dish and saw a small piece of glass along the edge was missing. Looked at my hand and saw a piece of glass lodged in the painful area and blood coming out. I removed the piece of glass that a saw. A couple of weeks later I have found that there is still a piece of glass lodged in my hand. I need to see a physician to have it removed.
The dish was almost new (less than 6 months old) with very light use. It had not been dropped or banged at all.

Bought from
Pyrex Factory Store
Bought
Oct 13, 2012
Where
West Chester, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 56, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/6/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130120-5B521-2147459683. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 20, 2013, sent to the company Jan 29, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 20, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9x13 glass dish

Pyrex glass dish exploded after removal from 425 degree oven and set on hot pad on table. I do not know if this product was made by Corning or by World kitchen, but we still have the bottom piece that says Pyrex. Fortunately no one was injured.

Bought from
unknown
Bought
Jan 4, 2010, about then
Where
colorado springs, Colorado: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 73, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/6/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: t World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130120-AF268-2147459687. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 14, 2013, sent to the company Feb 26, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 20, 2013

The product, in the report: 9X13 glass baking dish

The consumer says that she was baking a cake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. She took the dish out of the oven and placed on an oven mit. After two minutes she heard a crackling sound and the entire pan exploded and blew glass all over her kitchen.
The consumer says that she has 6 grandchildren and fortunately, none were home. The consumer says that the dish exploded into large pieces and very small shards as well.
She has not tried to contact the manufacturer but intends to do so.

Model
9X13 glass baking dish
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Jan 15, 2006, about then
Where
Davenport, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/27/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130114-637C6-1296392. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Emergency room
Made Jan 11, 2013, sent to the company Jan 22, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 12, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9x13 glass dish, smoky in color with handles on short sides

As I was removing a Pyrex 13x9 glass pan from the serving table, I experienced a laceration on my left thumb and palm when the glassware broke in my hand. The glassware broke into two main sections with shards piercing my hand, requiring emergency care. This injury required three stitches to my thumb and one stitch to my palm, as well as antibiotics and a tetanus shot. Now, two months after this incident, the wounds have healed, but I cannot fully bend my thumb and it continues to be highly sensitive and I am seeking further medical attention.

Bought
Jan 1, 2000
Where
Rhinelander, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 61, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/6/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130111-B069A-2147459946. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 11, 2013, sent to the company Jan 18, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 4, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass Pyrex container. The code on the corresponding lid says “7211-PC” (which corresponds to the exact product)

I placed a glass pyrex container labeled microwave safe in the microwave for 7seconds to heat pancakes. After roughly 5 seconds, the dish exploded.

Model
7211-PC
Bought from
BJs
Bought
Jan 1, 2011
Where
Lexington, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 29, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/22/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130111-D3408-2147459957. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 9, 2013, sent to the company Feb 27, 2013, published by CPSC Mar 21, 2013

The product, in the report: 8X8 Glass Baking Dish

The consumer says the dish was in the oven for about an hour at about 400 degrees. She went to add water as she was roasting a pumpkin.
She opened the oven and got a few drops of water in the pan when it suddenly exploded. The consumer says that the dish exploded into small pieces. She says she added room temperature water.
The consumer was not injured.

Model
8X8 Glass Baking Dish
Bought from
received as gift
Bought
Jan 1, 2010, about then
Where
Rockwall, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/27/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130109-B6DA8-1295330. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 6, 2013, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex baking dish 9x13

I was baking scallops in a 9 x 13 Pyrex dish and upon removing them from the oven the dish exploded in my husband’s hand.

Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Nov 26, 2011
Where
Carefree, Arizona: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 51, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/17/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130106-ABEF6-2147460172. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 4, 2013, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 11 x 15 casserole dish

Our Pyrex casserole dish exploded, sending glass fragments across the kitchen. It had been out of the oven for less than a minute. It was not placed on a wet surface and no liquid was added to the dish. We have saved the pieces in case somebody would like to investigate further.

Bought from
Wal-Mart
Bought
Jul 4, 2008, about then
Where
Slocomb, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 39, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/17/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130104-0857D-2147460247. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 2, 2013, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2013

The product, in the report: pyrex 9x13 baking dish

Recently had a pyrex 9x13 glass pan shatter, actually, more like exploded after taking it out of the oven. Glass flew everywhere, we were lucky that nobody was hurt.

Where
sherburne, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 58, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/17/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20130102-999D6-2147460369. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 31, 2012, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass baking dish, microwave safe, oven safe, not to be used on the range top, no broiler

I put together a breakfast casserole that sits in the refridgerator until morning and then you pop it in the oven for 45 min to bake. The dish was cold but not frozen. When I put it in the oven at 350 degrees I expected to have a nice breakfast soon. Within 10 min. the whole dish exploded into a million pieces. I have cooked with this same pyrex dish for about 2 years. It is very handy to store leftovers because it has a plastic lid that fits on top. The lid is not meant to be used in the oven, only the microwave. But I don’t use the dish in the microwave because I prefer the taste from the oven. I never use the plastic lid except for storage in the fridge.

Model
233 made in USA 06
UPC
don’t know
Serial number
don’t know
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Dec 1, 2011, about then
Where
Houston, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121231-851A7-2147460446. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 31, 2012, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex glass cooking pan 13x9

I really don’t know how to describe this other then the pan shattered on the counter top. My wife had washed it about 6 PM and at about 10 PM after sitting on the counter the pan just exploded. We were watching TV in the living room and hear glass breaking in the kitchen. When we arrived in the area the pan was on the counter just exploded. Nothing had hit it, it had not been dropped, it was not in any spot where it was being hit by cold or hot air, it was not moved for close to 4 hours. I had just bought the pan 2 days ago and we used it one time that night, cleaned it and sat it on the counter on a towel. It just exploded. The larger parts were about 2 1/2 to 3 inches apart from each other some smaller parts were found 7-10 feet away. We did not take any pictures we just cleaned up the area and went about our life. I am reporting this due to the news feed on the “Kitchen calamity: Reports of shattering cookware on the rise” found on the web. Just wanted to throw our information out there on this. It was a clear Pyrex glass 13x9 pan.

Bought from
Smiths, Nevada
Bought
Nov 16, 2012
Where
Las Vegas, Nevada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. . The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.

CPSC report 20121231-D610D-2147460449. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 30, 2012, sent to the company Jan 16, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 7, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex rectangular baking pan

A clean (dry), empty, at room temperature, Pyrex baking pan was sitting on top of a cold, turned-off coil burner on the stove. I turned on the stove, cooked my meal, and then turned off the stove. At no time did the pan ever touch the warm stove top, nor did any person ever touch the pan during this time. Long after the stove had been turned off and cooled, the pan just exploded. Talking with a co-worker, she said that her Pyrex pie pan suddenly exploded in the oven while she was baking a pie. She did not open the oven door or touch the pan, it simply exploded while cooking.

Model
Pyrex rectangular baking pan
Bought from
Retail store
Where
Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 59, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121230-B0D3F-2147460476. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 30, 2012, sent to the company Jan 16, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 7, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass loaf baking pan

I used a Pyrex loaf pan to bake banana bread. Upon completion of the cooking time, I removed the pan from the oven and placed it on top of the stove which had nothing cooking on it at that time. After a few seconds the glass pan exploded and shattered glass spread several feet over the stove, counter top and floor. The glass continued to break and fall apart as it cooled. The pan was given to me about one or two years ago as a gift. This breakage occurred on 12/29/12 however, this was not the first time I had used the pan. I had used it numerous times before. No person was injured in this accident.

Model
Glass loaf baking pan
Bought from
gift
Bought
Dec 25, 2010, about then
Where
Kennewick, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 63, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121230-DDF1B-2147460470. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 28, 2012, sent to the company Jan 11, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 4, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex baking dish approximately 9x13

Baking Roasted Vegetables in a Pyrex Pan and took it out of the oven and landed it on the granite countertop in a normal fashion, and it exploded, sending glass shards everywhere just as my guests were arriving.

Model
I don’t know
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Dec 12, 2001, about then
Where
Anchorage, Alaska: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121228-223F5-2147460554. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 28, 2012, sent to the company Jan 11, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 4, 2013

The product, in the report: Rectangular dish with red lid

I was cooking with a fairly new Pyrex casserole dish. I had just put it in the oven and heard a strange sound. When I looked in the oven, the dish had exploded after being at 350 degrees for only 6 minutes. My dish had exploded into glass shards on the left side. I had just purchased it 1 month ago and had used it only 5-6 times. I am very concerned now about Pyrex dish safety.

Bought from
Kroger
Bought
Nov 3, 2012
Where
Lexington, Kentucky: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121228-37F9A-2147460549. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 27, 2012, sent to the company Jan 11, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 28, 2013

The product, in the report: 11 cup glass oven cookware

A 11 cup pyrex brand cooking dish shattered after one use. On Dec 24, I cooked mac & cheese in a 350 preheated conventional oven. On the evening of Dec 26, I took the container from the refrigerator and placed it on the kitchen counter. About 5 to 10 minutes later I heard a cracking sound, and found the container in pieces. I think blue plastic cover and mac and cheese stuck to the sides kept the pieces from shooting out. I used other pyrex pieces on Dec 24, a 3 and 6 cup,no problems yet. I’m going to sit the 3 cup out today inside a bag to see if it shatters. Now I am afraid of this cookware.

Model
20 piece pyrex set
UPC
0 71160 05754 8
Serial number
1088255
Bought from
kohls.com, California
Bought
Dec 14, 2012, about then
Where
los Angeles, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121227-8D80A-2147460618. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 26, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2013

The product, in the report: 9 x 13 glass baking dish with handle cutouts.

Preheated oven to 350 degrees, placed a room temperature 9 x 13 Pyrex glass baking dish with handle cutouts filled with room temperature ingredients into my oven. After a few minutes I heard a noise and discovered the dish had exploded in my oven.

Where
Frankfort, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121226-82756-2147460676. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 26, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9x9 glass baking dish

Glass Pyrex baking dish exploded when I took it out of the oven. Shards of glass flew everywhere, and there were hundreds of pieces.

Bought
Nov 1, 2010, about then
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 26, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121226-C36B0-2147460677. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 25, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex Food Storage Containers, Easy Grab Bake ‘N Store 8 Piece Set. A versatile set of durable and non-porous glass food containers feature easy grab handles and take on the microwave, oven, freezer, fridge and even dishwasher. All-in-one containers for baking and storing meals and ingredients clear up clutter in the kitchen and build a strong foundation for the enthusiastic chef to depend on.

I was baking a potato dish in the oven at 350 degrees. When it was done I brought it out to cool and I placed it on a trivet. About 15 minutes later we all heard a loud crash. The dish had completely shattered. Thankfully no other food/people were around so the only damage was to the potato dish. This was the first time using this baking pan.

Bought
Nov 1, 2012, about then
Where
Clearwater, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 27, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121225-5DCD3-2147460692. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 24, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: 9” by 12” pyrex casserole dish

I had baked chicken spaghetti in a glass Pyrex casserole dish. My daughter, her significant other and my 2 year old grandson were over to eat dinner. I removed the dish from the oven, placed it on 2 pot holders that were positioned side by side due to the length of the dish, this was also to protect my countertops, and suddenly it exploded. Food everywhere, glass all over he kitchen and my grandson had no shoes on at the time. Fortunately, we were able to get him away before he stepped in the glass. I was standing right next to it when it exploded and I am so thankful I did not get a piece of glass in my eye, etc. I fear baking with a glass dish to this day regardless of the instructions. The instructions did not help me nor did they work.

Model
I don’t know
UPC
I don’t know
Serial number
I don’t know
Bought from
Unknown
Where
Bossieer, Louisiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 2, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Other Relative
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/11/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121224-C3137-2147460719. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 22, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 13” x 9” glass baking dish

I placed my stuffed chicken breasts into the Pyrex baking dish. Place them into my pre-heated oven(350degrees). After only 5 min. or less there was a huge explosion-like shattering noise followed by a cascading of broken shards falling through the racks in my oven. It sounded a bit like rain.

Bought from
KMart, Illinois
Bought
Jan 7, 2012, about then
Where
Rock Island, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 54, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121222-9B165-2147460776. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 22, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Medium sized pyrex glass casserole dish

I was cooking roasted potatoes in my glass casserole dish by Pyrex, I cooked the potatoes for 45 mins at 350 degrees. After I took it out of the oven I laid it on a pot holder to cool, I turn around to wash dishes and then I hear a loud bang. I look and the glass had exploded and shattered everywhere. My dog was right beside me and we were both lucky to not have been injured. I have only had these dishes (I have another one that i purchased with it) for about a year and i really love them but now I am scared to use it in case me or my puppy do get injured this time.

Bought from
walmart, Arkansas
Bought
Dec 30, 2011, about then
Where
little rock, Arkansas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/11/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121222-B0B12-2147460756. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 22, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex clear glass 9x13 came with two other sizes as well

I was using a 9x13 pyrex dish purchased at the local Target. I was baking a chicken dish with liquid sauce. I took the dish out and put it on a granite counter. In approximately one minute the dish exploded into many tiny pieces. Thank goodness I had stepped away to get a spoon. It took my husband and me over an hour to clean up all the little pieces of glass.

Bought from
Target
Bought
Jan 19, 2012
Where
Miami, Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 64, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121222-D3FD4-2147460769. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 22, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex baking dish approximately 9” X 15” a clear glass pyrex baking disk approximately 15” X 9

I recently saw an article about reports of shattering cookware and I decided that I should report the incident that occurred in my home about 3 months ago. My daughter-in-law baked a chicken a large pyrex baking dish (like she had many times before). She did not put water in the bottom of the dish because she didn’t know she was supposed to. When the chicken was done I took the dish out of the oven and placed it on a non-working electric burner on the stove (again I didn’t know I shouldn’t do this -- we were given the dishes from a friend who no longer used them). I removed the chicken from the dish (thank goodness) and we were eating dinner when about 20-30 minutes later the dish exploded all over the kitchen. It shattered into hundreds of tiny pieces. Fortunately no one was hurt and since we were mostly done with dinner no food got glass in it. The noise was like a gunshot going off and it scared the dickens out of all of us. My son cleaned up the glass as best he could but we were finding glass for weeks afterwards in all kinds of strange placed in the kitchen -- even 10 feet away.
The reason I am reporting this now is that I’m relatively certain that the majority of the shatterings go unreported so your statistics are not at all accurate.
Thank you,

Model
Pyrex baking dish 9” X 15”
Where
Carlsbad, New Mexico: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121222-FEABD-2147460778. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: pyrex clear glassware, I believe 8” x 8”

Cooked a dish one evening in a pyrex glassware 8” X 8” dish (I believe) in the oven, removed from over and placed cooked food on a plate to serve, let the glassware cool on the stove while eating (roughly 30- 45 minutes) before placing in an empty sink, about 15-20 minutes later there was a loud shattering sound

Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121221-0634C-2147460834. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 8 x 18 baking dish

A pyrex baking dish exploded when I took it out of the oven. I had been baking enchiladas for dinner. It exploded throwing tiny shards of glass all over the kitchen, narrowly missing my 10 month old grandson, me, my wife, my son and 2 another guests. Some of the glass actually melted on a rug and in the oven causing it to become non functional. We had to buy a new one. There were no injuries other than a slight scratch.

Bought from
Target
Bought
Sep 1, 2011, about then
Where
Plymouth, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 33, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Friend / Neighbor / Co-worker
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-2B9EA-2147460836. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Blue with white pyrex baking dish about 2 1/2 inches deep and about 5 by 7 inches.

Saturday December 15th I was having a christmas party. I heated some ham in a pyrex dish and I was transferring the ham into another dish and the pyrex just shattered in my hands. I was wearing heating mittens so no one was hurt but the glass shards were all over the food.

Bought
Jun 6, 1976, about then
Where
Las Vegas, Nevada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/11/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-2FA32-2147460801. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9 X 13 baking dish, clear glass.

In October 2012, we had company visiting from Texas. It was the last night of their visit so we prepared a special meal. I prepared Apple Crisp in a 9 X 13 Pyrex dish. I preheated my oven to 350 degrees and then placed it in the oven when it reached the temperature. We were eating outside while the Apple Crisp was baking. After cooking for approximately 20 minutes I heard the explosion. The others at the table thought it was some kind of noise from the neighborhood so I didn’t go into check inside the house. A few minutes later when I went in to take the Apple Crisp out of the oven, I found the shattered glass and apple crisp in my oven. I took a picture of the disaster in my oven.

Model
I don’t know
Bought from
I don’t know
Where
Reno, Nevada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 61, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-3D7BC-2147460798. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex cake pan

Making hot rolls, my “new” blue Pyrex cake pan was sitting on top of the stove, with 2 other cake pans that I use to make rolls in, as the oven heated under them. The bread dough was ready to make the rolls and the new pan exploded, like a bomb! I had just turned my back on the stove, or my face would have been over the pan.

Where
Middleton, Idaho: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Age 53, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-4604C-2147460830. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: The Pyrex dish was about 8 X11 inches and had been purchased about 10 years ago. It was a clear baking dish with Pyrex “pressed” on the bottom,

I was baking trout in a Pyrex clear baking dish. The fish was done and I opened the oven, pulled out the oven rack, and as I did so the baking dish exploded with a loud pop. Glass shards went all over the oven, the floor, and flew farther out into my kitchen. The glass pieces ranged from very small to larger, long shards, and were all extremely hot and dangerous. I was so lucky I wasn’t injured.
The Pyrex dish was purchased in the last ten years.

Bought
Jan 1, 2002, about then
Where
Ovando, Montana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 62, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-46B19-2147460856. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: pyrex 8”x12”x2” glass cooking / baking pan.

Dec. 2010 , In pyrex 8x12x2 glass baking pan , @ 350 degrees for 1 hour in oven . Mexican enchellades done cooking , removed from oven and set on glass stove top to cool AND BOOM . The pyrex exploded , pieces everywhere , even bouncing off of front living room window 28 feet from stove . No one injured thank God , we began picking up the pieces to discover burn marks on countertops ( formica ) . I haven’t reported this till now , somehow believing it was my fault . Now I see I am not the only one to see this happen to .

Where
Pasco, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 45, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Other Relative
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-4C5FA-2147460808. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: The box of Pyrex casserole dishes. There were like five in the box.

I took the glass baking dish out of the oven heard a loud pop ab Nd the glass went everywhere.

Bought from
Target, Minnesota
Bought
Jul 18, 2012
Where
Virginia, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-6F2D3-2147460810. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Bakeware was less than 3 months old

8 or 9 inch square Pyrex baking dish removed from oven and set on a cooling rack exploded with 2 eye witnesses to the event. It sounded like a shotgun blast throughout the building and glass was located as far as 8 ft away embedded in paper towels and all over floor and counter. 3 weeks later, an employee picked up the big Pyrex batter bowl by the handle from the dish drainer. It had been sitting there overnight without incident. Immediately, the thing exploded in her hands. She had shareds of slivered glass everywhere...in her eyelashes, down her blouse, etc. Both of these incidents occurred in my kitchen and very close together in time frame. No one has to tell me not to buy more Pyrex. All of it has been removed from my house.

Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Aug 31, 2012, about then
Where
Chariton, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 56, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Friend / Neighbor / Co-worker
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-7049D-2147460833. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2013

The product, in the report: 9x13 glass baking dish

I was using a purex glass 9 x 13 baking dish and I was baking chicken breasts and rice. I went to pull out the dinner and the glass pan broke in several big chunks and glass shards went to the bottom of the oven. I heard this pop sound as I bent down to lift the dish out of the oven and looked down to see that the pan had exploded. I wasn’t hurt, but it scared me. It was not an old pan, but a newer one.

Bought from
walmart, Washington
Bought
Jun 1, 2012, about then
Where
port angeles, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 51, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand purex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-7AB7A-2147460800. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Emergency room
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass Pyrex baking dish

On thanksgiving of 2012 my mother in law was heating up our stuffing and when she pulled out our glass casserole dish she sat it on the counter in the kitchen and two seconds later it completely exploded. Shooting glass all over stove and kitchen floor. She then accidently stepped on a big piece of glass and it cut her foot open. We then had to take her to the emergency room to get a couple stitches in toe. We had never heard of glass casserole dishes exploding.

Bought from
Walmart
Where
Woodstock, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Other Relative
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage.All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-7B6F9-2147460792. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: 8x8 baking dish

I’ve had two separate incidents where the Pyrex glass cookware I was cooking with exploded.
The first time I was baking a graham cracker crust. I took the Pyrex out of the oven and placed on a burner that was off. I stepped over to my refrigerator to grab something and the Pyrex dish exploded. Had I been standing in front of the dish I probably could have been injured. Luckily the refrigerator door shielded me from the flying glass shards.
The second time this happened I was broiling a steak, I opened the oven door to take the internal temperature of the steak and again the Pyrex dish exploded inside the oven. Luckily the pieces it broke into were large and did not go very far.
Since these two incidents I have not purchased any new Pyrex cookware. I know go to thrift store and look for the vintage/original Pyrex, which I know is safe and will not explode when used.

Serial number
400053024709
Bought from
Fred Meyer Grocery
Bought
May 1, 2011, about then
Where
Portland, Oregon: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 29, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-804C2-2147460821. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: pyrex glass pan

I made meatloaf, put it in a pyrex glass dish. this was a brand new pan, never used before. i bought it brand new. the meatloaf had been in the oven for about 40minutes when i heard something “explode” in the oven... it was the pan, it had shattered all over the inside of my oven, literally exploded in the oven.

Bought from
fred meyer, Washington
Bought
Jan 15, 2012, about then
Where
vantage, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 30, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-81AB3-2147460816. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex baking 9”x13” clear glass baking dish with extended ends as handles (has a red plastic snap-on lid for storage) that is part of a set of two with a smaller version with lid that sets inside the 9”x13” for sale and storage. Pyex lists the set as Pyrex® Easy Grab™ 4-pc Baking Dish Set w/ Red Plastic Covers

I had used this dish for a baked cranberry dish for Thanksgiving with no problem after purchasing a set of two (the 9”x13” and a smaller dish with covers) at Walmart. I prepared baby-back-ribs with an oriental sauce, baked at 350 degrees covered with foil for about an hour or so and then for about half an hour uncovered. I removed the pan from the oven and placed it on knitted hot pads (my grandmother had made these for me years ago and they were room temp and dry!) on my room temperature glass top stove. I had turned my back to the stove and pan to continue preparation of our meal ...my 11 year old granddaughter had just stepped away from the stove! ... a loud BANG made me jump and turn to see what on earth happened ... I expected to see my granddaughter hurt! The Pyrex dish had EXPLODED!!! In fact, the explosion was so extreme that the ribs had been blown UP and landed back on the stovetop, but sauce and shards of glass where blown all over my kitchen ... stove, cupboards, floor, the facing cupboard and counter about 8 feet away, and I even found glass slivers about 15 feet away in the dining area!!! I had some small marks on the backs of my bare legs where I had been hit by flying glass, but thank God, my granddaughter was not hurt. I returned the lid and the smaller dish and lid to Walmart ... the lady referred me to a manager because I had only the LID of the exploded dish to return ... when I quite loudly started explaining how the larger dish exploded but I would gladly retrieve the shards I had cleaned up and put into the trash with other customers becoming involved ... the manager advised I must fetch another set from their shelves, and when I did, she refunded my purchase. When I posted this shocking experience on Face Book, two nieces reported that Pyrex dishes had exploded on THEM previously!!!

Model
Pyrex® Easy Grab™ 4-pc Baking Dish Set w/ Red Plastic Covers
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Oct 18, 2012, about then
Where
Mesa, Arizona: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 66, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-84813-2147460847. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex glass pan

I have used Pyrex for years. I purchased a new set last year. While cooking some chicken in one of the new set, I warmed up the oven, I had the chicken all seasoned and in the pan with the vegetables. Waited for oven to warm up as always, put the chicken in, 25 minutes later, I heard this explosion in my oven. I went and looked and the pyrex pan had shattered into a million pieces. I am still finding pieces of broken glass in the oven. I have been using pyrex for years and this has never happened to me before.

Bought from
Walmart
Bought
May 18, 2012, about then
Where
Golden, Colorado: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-8D3C0-2147460809. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 2, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 24, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex baking dish

While cooking a beef roast in the oven my wife opened the oven door to look at the roast and the dish shattered

Bought
Dec 18, 2004, about then
Where
Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-9867E-2147460859. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9x13 dish, clear in color The model is a 9x13 glass baking Pyrex dish

My Pyrex 9x13 baking dish shattered in my oven while I was cooking a casserole. The Pyrex dish was not cold, as I pulled it right out of my cabinet and put the tuna noodle casserole ingredients in it.

Bought
Nov 1, 2009, about then
Where
Fairfield, Iowa: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-998A9-2147460840. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: The pyrex pie plate was clear in color and 9 inches in size. I have had the pie plate for quite sometime.

I put salmon into my pyrex pie dish (as I had done many times before), put it in the preheated oven per instructions on the salmon packaging. I realized that my house was filling with smoke and quickly looked in the oven. The pyrex pie plate had split right down the middle and all of the juices (grease) from the salmon had dripped in my oven, causing the smoke. I had never had a pyrex container do anything like this before. It created a mess and the possibility for a fire in my oven.

Where
Battle Creek, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-AA7FB-2147460855. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 10, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 1, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex Easy Grab 4-Quart Oblong Glass Baking Dish with Red Plastic Cover

After allowing a large batch of rice pudding to cool for 15 minutes on the stove, I poured it into the 9” x 13” Pyrex baking dish, which was on my countertop and was at room termperature. The pudding was still very warm at that point, but had cooled considerably from the time I stopped cooking it. Everything seemed fine at first. Then just after I had walked away from the counter area where the pan was, I first heard a slow cracking sound, followed by an explosion of the glass which sent the glass forcefully flying not only throughout the kitchen, but also into the adjoining dining room, hallway, and family room. Had I still been standing in front of the counter, I would have been seriously injured, but what was even more chilling was to think if a child had been standing near the counter, the child would have been blinded or even killed by the explosive force of the glass.
I have used Pyrex baking dishes for more than 45 years, and had never had a problem with them until this incident, even when pouring boiling water into a Pyrex measuring cup or bowl. It is my understanding that the Pyrex ingredients were changed after the license was sold by Corning Glass, and that the new “formula” was supposed to improve the product. However, I suspect that the reason the ingredients were changed was for lowering productions costs and increasing profits. I do not believe this new Pyrex has been adequately tested before putting it on the market. I purchased the baking dish the same day as the incident from the Wegman’s supermarket in Niagara Falls, New York. If you require an exact date, I may be able to have the supermarket verify the date of my purchase.

Bought from
Wegman’s Market
Bought
Mar 10, 2012, about then
Where
Grand Island, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 65, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex Easy Grab Baking Dish, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121221-B6667-2147460803. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: Casserole Dish

I thought I was the only person that had experienced the exploding cookware phenomenon until I read an article online. I too had experienced this. I cooked a pan of lasagna in the oven and when it was finished, I pulled it out and placed it on the stove to cool and set for a while. I went to the living room to watch some tv and it sounded like rain was hitting the kitchen window. When I got up to see what the ruckus was, I was in awe to see the lasagna slowly oozing out of the Pyrex cooking dish. It had splintered into a thousand long slender pieces. I was just lucky to not have had the hot dish in my hands or worse, set it on a table with hungry guests. The only loss was a healthy portion of good ingredients and about two hours of preparation and clean-up. Again, I was grateful that no one was injured.

Where
Wilton Manors, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 40, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-BB883-2147460814. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: Brand new pyrex pie plate

Baked two pies at one time just before Thanksgiving 2012. One was an older pyrex dish and the other was a newly purchased pyrex dish. The oven was at 350 degrees. Both pans were placed on top of the oven to cool. The top of the oven was not particularly hot or I would have placed on the counter. Within two minutes, the new pyrex dish exploded all over the kitchen into about 50 pieces. Shards of glass were everywhere on the floor. The older pyrex dish was fine. The new dish never made it past its first baking experience. There was nothing to return to the store to get our money back. The top of the oven was cool enough to place our hands on it with no problem so I don’t think it was due to sitting on top of the stove.

Bought from
Kroger, Texas
Bought
Nov 9, 2012
Where
Rockwall, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-C881C-2147460846. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 9, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 31, 2013

The product, in the report: 9.5” clear glass Pyrex pie plate

I was making a pumpkin pie. All of my ingredients were room temperature as they had been sitting out on the counter for over an hour prior to using them. The ingredients were 1 can of pumpkin pie mix, 1 can of condensed milk, 2 eggs, pre-made pie crust (not in a tin). I pre-heated the oven to 400 degrees and built my pumpkin pie in a 9.5” glass Pyrex pie plate. Once the oven was pre-heated, i placed the pie in the oven to bake. It was to bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, then the temperature was to be reduced to 350 degrees. As soon as I shut the oven door, I heard a strange sound. Opened the oven up and the pie plate had shattered in the oven. This pie plate was brand new. I had bought it several months before but had never used it.
I called Pyrex and they tried telling me I did something wrong, however, I had followed their instructions perfectly. They shipped me 2 pie plates as replacements. After reading the article on NBC news, I am hesitant to use them. I also felt the need to report the issue I had as well.

Bought from
Target
Bought
Aug 1, 2012, about then
Where
Peterbrough, New Hampshire: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 24, Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-CDF7C-2147460842. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: a square glass baking dish

I was baking a casserole type dinner at 350 degrees and when it was done, I went to remove the pan from the oven and it shattered everywhere. I have several scratches and cuts on my hand, wrist, and arm from the glass and was lucky that it did not cut me worse! I have used my pans before and not had any trouble.

Bought from
Gift from my mother, Virginia
Where
Waverly, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 28, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-DAD52-2147460789. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Clear glass 9x13 Pyrex Baking Dish

Recently I read an article about glass Pyrex dishes shattering. I then remembered that this happened to me too earlier this year. However, it wasn’t soon after being removed from the oven. I had taken a dish to a food day at work, and on the way home, the pan was sitting in the passenger seat and I kept hearing this sound like glass breaking. I kept checking my windshield for rock chips and the longer I drove, the more cracking sounds I heard. I was really concerned something was wrong with my vehicle but then when looking out the side window for evidence, I happened to look down and saw the handle of my pyrex dish shattering. The bottom cracked in mulitple places, and by the time I got home, not even 20 minutes later, the dish was crumbled to the point I needed a vaccum to remove all the small pieces. I’ve never seen anything like it, it just dissinegrated! I kept thinking, what if this would have happened while at work and someone ingested a piece of glass, or my family, or while I was carrying it. It literraly just started popping, cracking and fell into pieces.

Bought from
I don’t know
Where
Des Moines, Iowa: Other
Who was involved
Age 28, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121221-DE317-2147460825. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Dec 21, 2012, sent to the company Jan 8, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9 x 13 clear glass baking dish

I was roasting vegetables in a 9x13 glass pyrex dish in a 400 degree oven. When I removed it, I placed it on a clean/dry stove top and it exploded. Glass shards flew several feet and cut my arm.

Bought from
Bed Bath & Beyond
Bought
Dec 1, 2009, about then
Where
Hurst, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 40, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/15/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121221-FD646-2147460831. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Dec 20, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: 9x13 casserole

I recently bought a new set of Pyrex bakeware from Costco. A nice 9x13 and 8x8 piece, each with a cover and carrying case. I’ve had old pyrex pieces for years but was attracted to the accessories for ease of transporting dishes. I used the 9x13 to bake scalloped corn for Thanksgiving. Given the introduction of a lid and the carrying case, I read and followed the directions carefully. I took the casserole out of the 325 degree oven and immediately (directions stated to do so within 2 min.) put the cover on and put it in the insulated carrying case. The casserole then was put in the trunk of my car, on a 50 degree day, sat there for the 90 min. drive to my brothers. I took it out of the car, carried it into the house. My sister in law took it out of the insulated carrier, and set it on the table. About 5 min. later, I heard a strange noise. Just as I looked to see where the noise came from, the casserole EXPLODED in front of my eyes. It shattered thousands of pieces of glass all over the table and floor. Not only was the food made inedible, my niece and my sister in law were cut by the glass. I brought the remaining pieces back to Costco and got a refund. I went out and bought a [REDACTED] pan to replace it because I am spooked by the experience and not feeling safe to buy another new pyrex product. That is unfortunate for me as I loved the accessories. I know Pyrex type glass casseroles have limitations and need to be properly cared for, but for 35 years, I have had, and still have, old pyrex casseroles with which I’ve never had a problem. There must be something new in your product and, quite frankly, I am now scared to buy anything new that is Pyrex.

Bought from
Costco
Bought
Nov 10, 2012, about then
Where
Minneapolis, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 54, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Other Relative
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121220-B81AD-2147460895. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 13, 2012, sent to the company Dec 21, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 16, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass baking dish

I put a piece of fish in a pyrex dish and put it in the oven. I opened the oven in about ten minutes and began to cut into the fish to see if it was done. The entire dish exploded all over the kitchen and oven. The dish was broken into thousands of small pieces.

Where
Rye Brook, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 51, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121213-B38D8-2147461079. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 10, 2012, sent to the company Jan 7, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 29, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex clear glass 9x13 baking dish

Yesterday at 4:15, I started to get things ready for my dinner which consisted of baked trout, pasta and green beans. I put the fish in my Pyrex clear glass baking dish and placed it on the left front of my stove top. I put water in a pot and placed in on the back left burner and I put green beans in a pot on a front right burner. At 5 pm, I turned my oven on to preheat. At the same time, I turned on two stove top burners – one to boil water and one to cook the green beans. I then left the room and sat down in a room nearby and visited with two of my sons. I heard a little crackle about two minutes later but figured it was just some water that was on the outside of one of the pots. Luckily, I delayed in going to explore. One minute later, there was a loud noise. When I went into the kitchen, I realized my mistake. I had turned on the wrong burner. I turned on the burner under the fish and not the one under the water. My mistake, yes, but I never imagined that it could have potentially been a life changing mistake.
The Pyrex baking dish did not just crack or shatter into small pieces; it EXPLODED! There were small pieces, medium sized pieces (3 inches by half an inch) and a few larger pieces within a 4 foot radius of the baking dish. Glass was everywhere. It was a pain to clean up and dinner, of course, was ruined. I could have been extremely mad about the situation but I wasn’t. I was just so thankful that my children or I had not walked into that room at the wrong moment. If someone had been in the kitchen, they would have been hit by flying glass. They could have incurred minor injuries or suffered extremely severe injuries. I get sick thinking about how our lives could have changed instantaneously.
I realize that the directions on the Pyrex dish state not to use it on a stove top. However, I don’t think I am the only one who will ever accidentally make this mistake. To me, this product has a safety issue. This morning I was surprised to learn on the internet that many people have reported similar issues. Pyrex is aware of these reports, but it keeps denying that it is a problem. I believe this product should be recalled.
Barbara Erbe

Where
Dayton, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121210-688A2-2147461178. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 10, 2012, sent to the company Jun 24, 2013, published by CPSC Jul 9, 2013

The product, in the report: Glass dish (3 quart baking dish)

The consumer stated that he had the glass dish inside the oven at 250 degrees on bake feature. The consumer stated that he had the glass dish in the oven for approximately 15-20 minutes. He stated that he went to remove the glass dish and it exploded on his hands. The consumer stated that it shattered and most of the pieces were contain inside the oven. He stated that also several pieces reached approximately 10’ away from the oven with the explosion.
The consumer stated that he collected the pieces of glass and placed it inside a plastic bag.
The consumer stated that he was not injured.
The consumer stated that he was trying to assess whether there were damages to his home structure.
The consumer stated that he contacted the manufacturer and was awaiting a call back.
He believes this product should be investigated do to the safety hazard that it poses to the consumers.

Model
Oblong Baking Dish
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Unknown, Massachusetts
Bought
Jan 1, 2011, about then
Where
Brookline, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(7/26/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121210-BBBC5-1289611. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Dec 7, 2012, sent to the company Jan 2, 2013, published by CPSC Jan 16, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex glass casserole cover

Pyrex glass lid shattered in oven - On Nov 12, 2012 I purchased 3 Pyrex glass lids from Corningware, Corelle & more at 114 Pine st Corning NY. I still have the receipt. Tonight, 12/7/2012, I put a baked ziti leftover from the refrigerator into a Corning 1.5 qt casserole and placed one of the glass lids on top of the casserole. I turned on the oven, placed the covered casserole inside and closed the door. The oven had preheated to 190 degrees, when we heard a “pop” sound. We looked in the oven and saw that the Pyrex lid had shattered and was all over the bottom of the oven and inside the casserole dish. I have pictures. The imprint on the 2 remaining glass lids are “23 PYREX A7C A” & “27 PYREX A7C A”. We have used the one labeled “27 PYREX A7C A”. at least once without incident. I do not know what the imprint on the shattered glass was. I am reporting this for you to take action. Thank you.

Model
27 PYREX A7C A
Bought from
Corningware, Corelle & more
Bought
Nov 12, 2012
Where
Wilmington, Delaware: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 68, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121207-9E89E-2147461243. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Dec 5, 2012, sent to the company Dec 26, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 17, 2013

The product, in the report: This is a Pyrex glass 9X13 baking dish that comes with a blue rubber/plastic snap on lid. It is sold as part of the “17-piece glass bakeware set” at Bed Bath and Beyond

Tonight I cooked cabbage, carrots, and potatoes in a pot on the stove. I took the top off the pot and let the food cool for about 20 minutes before placing it in my 9x13 Pyrex dish for storage. It was cool enough to touch, but still warm.The dish was on the room temperature countertop. I had put about 3 scoops of food, drained of liquid, into the dish when it exploded EVERYWHERE. I got a small cut on my arm and another on my cheek from a shard of glass. Thank god my pets weren’t in the room. The glass went everywhere within a 6 foot radius. There were large pieces and VERY tiny pieces. I just received this dish as a shower present. There were NO cracks, dings, or any other problems. The food was warm, but not hot. This was the first time I used this dish. I got a whole set of Pyrex for my shower that I’m now afraid to use. From what I am reading on other sites, this is a pretty common occurrence with newer Pyrex (manufactured in the last 12 years or so). It appears that the company is blaming every incident on consumer misuse when this is simply not the case. Pyrex is extremely expensive and I now have an entire set that I’m afraid to use. The worst part? When I received this set I gave my old bakeware to Goodwill. So now I have nothing to cook in. Even if the company is willing to send me a new dish, I will not accept it. This bakeware is dangerous. It should be recalled and a full refund should be offered for this entire bakeware set. Would you trust it with your pets or children around? I certainly don’t.

Bought from
Bed Bath and Beyond
Bought
Jul 5, 2012, about then
Where
Middletown, Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 27, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/14/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121205-24D43-2147461298. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 29, 2012, sent to the company Dec 18, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 11, 2013

The product, in the report: Pyrex baking glass pan. Size 9*13

took Pyrex pan out of oven and put on cool grill as did many times before. However this was one of the newer pyrex pan. it soon made strange noise and then about half of it shattered into out kitchen. thanks got, because on the other side of the narrow counter were my husband and daughter on the couch.

Model
Pyrex baking glass pan/Size 9*13
Bought from
Target, Minnesota
Bought
Jan 1, 2007, about then
Where
Encinitas, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/2/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: .At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121129-D8C2B-1287038. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 22, 2012, sent to the company Dec 12, 2012, published by CPSC Jan 7, 2013

The product, in the report: 3-qt Pyrex 9x13 glass baking dish. Brand new SKU:5300114 UPC:400053001144

I bought brand new Pyrex baking dishes yesterday. I used a 9x13 one as the box instructed. The oven was preheated to 325 and 20 minutes later the dish exploded in my oven. There was glass everywhere. It was 1 minute before I was to pull it out and luckily it did not explode in my face.

Model
233
UPC
400053001144
Bought from
Meier
Bought
Nov 21, 2012
Where
GPP, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
Reports CPSC links to it
20121122-12840-2147461687, 20121123-DA54C-2147461671
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(12/19/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables. .

CPSC report 20121122-B76FF-2147461690. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 15, 2012, sent to the company Jan 15, 2013, published by CPSC Feb 6, 2013

The product, in the report: 9 x 11” Pyrex Pab

November 9th, 2012 caller had her oven set at 375 degrees to cook her ribs. After approximately 35 to 45 minutes she reached into the oven to turn the ribs, she took the pan out, set it on top of the oven to stir and turn ribs when while she was still holding the pan it basically exploded upward and downward and to the side.
Very little exploded outward as far as she can see but it was so sudden and shocking that she doesn’t have total memory of the incident. She is going by where the glass landed. She states that none of the hot liquid hit her, none of the glass hit her as far as she can tell.
The shards of glass from the pan are available for examination if necessary.
She contacted the manufacturer by email November 13th and was referred to CPSC.
There have been no injuries

Model
9 x 11”
Bought from
unknown
Where
Etobicoke, Canada: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(1/16/2013) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121115-9EB18-1284643. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, care not known
Made Nov 12, 2012, sent to the company Dec 5, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 19, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 2 Qt casserole/ baking dish 024 24

A Pyrex 2 Qt (024 24) baking dish was used to bake fish at 350 degrees temp. As the finished dish was being carried to the dining room table, it shattered into a large number of pieces covering a large portion of the dinner table with large and small shards. Fortunately , the only injury was a small cut to his hand and some burned fingers. It was not set on anything and was not in contact with anything cool or cold.

Model
Pyrex 2 Qt casserole/ baking dish 024 24
UPC
unknown
Serial number
024 24
Bought from
unknown
Where
El Cerrito, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Level of care not known

The company’s comments, in its own words

(12/5/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121112-7E89F-2147462021. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Nov 11, 2012, sent to the company Dec 6, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 31, 2012

The product, in the report: Clear glass 6 cup size rectangle baking pan

A small Pyrex baking pan fell out of an open cupboard and onto the countertop. The pan broke into thousands of tiny shards that resulted in cuts on my hands. The advertising for Pyrex pans says that when the glass breaks it is suppsed to break into large pieces that don’t have sharp edges - not shards.

Where
Rosevill, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 35, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(12/19/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow-up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436 or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website—www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage instructions for our products and other important information, including “four simple rules” for cooking with glass bakeware, are available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121111-E50D1-2147462046. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 2, 2012, sent to the company Nov 19, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 11, 2012

The product, in the report: Glass 9 x 11 Pyrex pan

I received a 9 x 11 Pyrex baking dish for a housewarming gift. I put a ham in it and placed it in the oven. About 45 minutes later I heard a loud noise. The Pyrex dish exploded in the oven. There were glass shards everywhere. Very strange occurrence.

Bought from
unknown
Where
Pikesville, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(11/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121102-56DCE-2147462292. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Nov 1, 2012, sent to the company Nov 15, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 7, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 4-cup microwave bowl with lid and vent hole in the lid.

Product: Pyrex 4-cup glass bowl with lid that has a vent hole for use in a microwave. I believe this is a relatively new product line for Pyrex. I bought it 2-3 weeks ago.
I filled the bowl with green beans and pushed “reheat” on my microwave (which is equal to a power setting of 7). The beans only cooked for 3-4 minutes. Fortunately, I did not reseal the lid, but merely laid it on top of the bowl with the vent hole open. I say fortunately because when I removed the bowl from the microwave and lifted the lid, the bowl kind of wiggled and a rectangular piece of glass fell out at the rim. Then I noticed there was a horizontal crack in the glass all the way around the bowl about 1-inch from the top. Had I sealed the lid and tried to open it, I’m sure it would have shattered and injured me.

Bought from
Target, Illinois
Bought
Oct 18, 2012, about then
Where
Chicago, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(11/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow-up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436 or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website—www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage instructions for our products and other important information, including “four simple rules” for cooking with glass bakeware, are available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20121101-E198A-2147462335. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 16, 2012, sent to the company Oct 24, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 14, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex Easy Grab 8-inch square glass baking dish

I preheated my oven to 350 degrees. Then I put an 8-inch square Pyrex dish (purchased in December, less than a year ago) of enchiladas into the oven. I just made the enchiladas with room temperature ingredients, they weren’t coming from the freezer. Within ten minutes we heard a loud bang and then sizzling. I opened the oven to find the bottom of the oven covered in many shards of glass (and lots of enchilada sauce). The shards were from the top inch of the rim of the dish, the bottom remained in its same shape, but with a large crack down the middle. I left the oven to cool before cleaning, and the dish continued to crack and break as the oven cooled.

Model
8” square baking dish from Easy Grab 17pc Bake N Store Set
Bought
Dec 1, 2011, about then
Where
Nottingham, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 34, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/26/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121016-6F5C6-2147462801. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 12, 2012, sent to the company Oct 22, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 13, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 6x9 Glass Bakeware Dish

On October 2, 2012, I had baked chicken at 350 degrees in a Pyrex dish, then put it under the broiler for just a minute or two. When I removed the dish from the oven to check the status of the chicken, the dish literally exploded while still in my potholdered hand, sending thousands of jagged shards and micro-particles of glass all over my kitchen, along with micro-particles of chicken, too.
I was extremely fortunate that I wasn’t injured by the glass or the heat of the projectile particles. After cleaning up the disaster, I began looking online and read many accounts of pyrex shattering in ovens and microwave ovens too, and of people being seriously injured by the explosions. I now realize the pyrex website says that such glassware should not be used under a broiler, but I, like many consumers, had not read this, and since the product is marketed as bakeware it is understandable such confusion exists.
This is clearly an ongoing problem and, in my opinion, needs to be treated as a product recall with broad media coverage to be sure no further injuries are sustained.

Model
6x9 Glass Bakeware Dish
Bought from
I don’t know
Where
Issaquah, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 54, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/26/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121012-7A3D0-2147462892. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 7, 2012, sent to the company Oct 16, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 6, 2012

The product, in the report: 9.5 inch Pyrex brand pie dish. Purple in color.

Used the Pyrex pie dish in an oven to cook a deep dish pizza. It shattered spontaneously upon removing it from the oven and placing it on the stovetop to cool.

Where
Auburn, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 38, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/18/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121007-62A2F-2147463042. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Oct 5, 2012, sent to the company Oct 16, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 6, 2012

The product, in the report: Glass baking dish approximately 9”x11”

While roasting vegetables in a Pyrex 9x11 glass baking dish, it exploded while in the oven. Following the directions that came with the set of glass baking dishes, I preheated the oven first. About 2 minutes before the end of the 40 minute roasting time, the dish exploded with a very loud bang. Fortunately, the failure came while the dish was confined in the oven. I can’t imagine the damage or injury that might have occurred had that happened on taking it out of the oven or while cooling on a hot pad.
I took digital photos of the broken dish in the oven as evidence of the incident.

Model
9”x11” Glass baking dish
Bought from
Kitchen Collection
Bought
Apr 11, 2011, about then
Where
Littleton, Colorado: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 69, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/18/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20121005-48690-2147463098. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 26, 2012, sent to the company Oct 26, 2012, published by CPSC Nov 16, 2012

The product, in the report: Glass baking dish

(09/24/2012) The consumer stated that she placed the glass baking dish on the stove top. She then proceeded to preheat her oven and set it on the baking setting. Approximately 5 to 10 minutes of the dish being on the stove top, the consumer hear a loud pop. When she turned around, she saw that the baking dish had completely shattered and spread across the entire kitchen.
The consumer did not receive any injuries.
Note: The consumer also stated that in the inside of the pan there is a warning that advises consumers not to place the baking dish on the stove top.

Model
unknown
Bought from
unknown
Where
Oberlin, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/26/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120926-08857-1274284. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 26, 2012, sent to the company Oct 4, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 26, 2012

The product, in the report: 9x13 glass baking dish

My 9x13 glass pyrex baking dish exploded in my oven last night. I have done much google research and see similar reports... however I DID NOT subject my dish to any of the circumstances that normally cause this sort of breakage. i know pyrex often disputes that the glassware will “explode” but I have photos of how my oven looked immediately upon opening it... and there is no way the glass could have ended up sideways and lying on the baking sheet next to it (where I was roasting vegetables) had it not literally EXPLODED. The circumstances of my baking: I placed a piece of salmon into my room temperature baking dish and put it into an oven that had been pre-heated to 400 degrees. The glass was not cold (only the fish, which is normal as you can’t let fish come up to room temperature and spoil and it had been marinating in the refrigerator for one hour). I did not place the dish on the stove top. I placed it directly into the pre-heated oven. At about 15 minutes of baking, I heard the loud bang in my kitchen, turned on the oven light, and discovered the mess. Had this happened 5 minutes later when I opened the oven door, significant injury could have occurred to me. As it was, it took a long time for the oven and all the items to cool enough for me to attempt to clean the very sharp and dangerous mess. Some of the glass was actually a fine powder left in the oven and I had to use a vaccum attachment to try and get it all cleaned out. Lastly, this was not an old baking dish, it was purchased within the last 4 years. I have followed this exact procedure to cook salmon many times without incident. I did not see any sort of cracks or damage to the baking dish prior to baking. I don’t even put them in the dish washer, I wash them by hand. I would like an explanation for this incident as your bakeware is clearly not safe and I will be throwing out all my other clear glass pyrex items due to safety concerns.

Bought from
Gift, Maryland
Bought
Dec 2, 2008, about then
Where
Alexandria, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 31, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/5/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120926-CB399-2147463404. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 23, 2012, sent to the company Oct 1, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 16, 2012

The product, in the report: PYREX BAKING DISH 9X13X3” GLASS 5 TO 6 YEARS OLD

I HAVE 4 GLASS BAKING DISHES. (2) 8X8X2” & (2) 9X13X3” . LAST NIGHT, I WAS COOKING AS USUAL. THE OVEN WAS AT 400 DEGREES. I WAS USING THE 9X13X3” GLASS BAKING DISH. IN IT WAS SLICED POTATO WITH A COATING OF COOKING OIL. MIND YOU, I HAVE HAD THESE DISHES FOR ABOUT 5 TO 6 YEARS. AFTER COOKING FOR ABOUT 45 MINUTES, I TOOK THE DISH OUT OF THE OVEN AND HAD JUST PLACED IT ON TOP OF THE STOVE AND NO THE STOVE WAS NOT ON. I HAD JUST TURNED MY BACK AND A LOUD BANG SOUNDED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT. THE GLASS BAKING DISH HAD LITTERALLY EXPLODED. GLASS WAS EVERYWHERE IN THE KITCHEN AND ALL THE WAY INTO THE LIVINGROOM. I HAD GLASS IN MY HAIR AND ALL OVER THE BACK OF MY SHIRT. I WAS NOT HURT, FORTUNETELY. I HATE TO THINK OF WHAT TERRIBLE THINGS COULD OF HAPPENED. I AM AFRAID TO USE THE REST OF MY DISHES AND AM TOSSING THEM IN THE TRASH. IT TOOK US (MY HUSBAND AND I) A VERY LONG TIME TO CLEAN UP AND STILL FINDING PIECES OCCASSIONALLY. BY THE WAY, THE GLASS PIECES WHERE REALLY STRANGE, THEY WHERE ALL LIKE TINY CUBES AND BALLS. I HOPE SOMETHING IS LOOKED INTO ABOUT THIS, BEFORE SOMEONE REALLY GETS HURT OR EVEN BLINDED. THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR ATTENTION. [REDACTED]

Serial number
233-R 18
Bought from
WALMART, Florida
Where
HERNANDO, Florida: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Who was involved
Age 59, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand PYREX, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/5/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120923-0477B-2147463487. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 22, 2012, sent to the company Oct 1, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 23, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex square baking dish

Pyrex square glass baking dish containing baked pork chop exploded upon removal from 350 degree oven. Assorted shards, from tiny chips and slivers to large chunks, rained throughout the kitchen. Was holding dish with potholder glove, so hand was not injured. Very startling. Dish was five years old.

Model
don’t know
Bought from
target
Bought
Sep 1, 2007, about then
Where
Ada, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 50, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/5/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1 Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120922-7F431-2147463515. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 22, 2012, sent to the company Oct 1, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 23, 2012

The product, in the report: Large 13 by 9 clear glass Pyrex baking dish exploded when I went to pick it up out of an upper cupboard. Opened the cupboard door, reached for dish, heard a “CRACK” and dish exploded. Nothing else was in the cupboard. Had not yet touched dish so did not get hurt. Glass everywhere, lots of small pieces with sharp edges. Best characterized as shrapnel. Sure wish there was a brand of clear glass baking dish available to US consumers that was made of borosilicate - much safer. Dish was only a couple of years old.

Large pyrex baking dish exploded when I went to take it out of the cupboard

Bought from
Target
Bought
Sep 1, 2010, about then
Where
Ada, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 50, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/5/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow-up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436 or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website—www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage instructions for our products and other important information, including “four simple rules” for cooking with glass bakeware, are available at www.pyrexware.com

CPSC report 20120922-CD795-2147463514. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 13, 2012, sent to the company Sep 20, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 11, 2012

The product, in the report: 9x13 glass baking dish

I just had a pyrex dish explode in my oven.
I was roasting beets in a 9 x 13 pyrex dish. I put the beets into the dish with some water. The dish was at room temp and the oven was off when I put the pan in. I set the heat to 450 degrees. After one hour, I opened the oven door and the glass immediately exploded, sending hot shards across the room. Luckily, no one was hurt.
This was a newly purchased ( last 3 years ) dish. I have been using pyrex for 40 years and I have never seen this happen. baking dish

Model
9x13 glass baking dish
Bought from
walmart
Bought
May 1, 2010, about then
Where
Marshfield, Vermont: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 50, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(9/25/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120913-E5F28-2147463768. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 5, 2012, sent to the company Nov 26, 2012, published by CPSC Dec 17, 2012

The product, in the report: Rectangular glass dish (approx 10”x7”)

(09/04/2012) The consumer stated that she was roasting a rump roast in her oven. The temperature was set for 300 degrees. The oven had been on for about five minutes. After about thirty minutes the consumer stated that she open the oven door to place her meat thermometer in the roast. She took the thermometer out and shut the door. She went out of her house to take something out to her recycle bin. She was closing the front door and heard a boom. She went to her kitchen and turned on the oven light. When she turned on the light she discovered that the roast was sitting on the rack and the pyrex dish had exploded.
The consumer stated that she hit the button and turned the oven off.
The oven was not damaged.
The consumer stated that she was not injured.

Model
unknown
Serial number
unknown
Bought from
unknown
Where
Greenbelt, Maryland: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(11/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120905-2AAE8-1270178. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Sep 5, 2012, sent to the company Sep 13, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 4, 2012

The product, in the report: Clear Glass 13X9 bake ware dish manufactured by Pyrex. Manufactured some time before 1987.

I was attempting to empty clean dishes from my dishwasher. The dishes were still somewhat warm to touch when I began. I accidentally dropped a china dinner plate approximately 12 inches over top of a Pyrex 13 X 9 glass baking dish which was also in the dishwasher. The Pyrex baking dish immediately shattered sending shards of glass 5 feet away on both the floor and adjacent counter top. I thought it was very odd because the china dinner plate that I dropped did not even chip during the incident.
I had heard recent reports that Pyrex bake ware had been known to break when exposed to extreme heat. What surprised me in this incident was that I thought this particular Pyrex baking dish was old enough to be safe. I do not believe it was made out of soda lime glass which has been reported to be less stable under extreme heat conditions. I do not know the exact manufacturing date of this bake ware, however, I acquired this Pyrex baking dish USED in 1987 and have been using it myself since then.
Thankfully, there were no injuries sustained in this incident, however, I believe a similar situation could cause sever injury to any person near the shattering product.

Model
Oblong Glass Baking Dish
Where
Mooresville, North Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 48, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(9/25/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under broiler 3. Alw ays allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120905-D0D86-2147464044. Submitter: Health Care Professional Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Aug 17, 2012, sent to the company Sep 26, 2012, published by CPSC Oct 18, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex dish 4 quart mixing bowl.

The consumer stated that she was running the dishwasher on the regular cycle and she had a glass dish washing inside. The consumer stated that when the cycle was half way through the “drying cycle” she heard a loud noise.
The consumer stated that she opened the door of the dishwasher and she found that the glass dish had exploded and shattered in small pieces. The consumer stated that she continued to remove the shattered glass out of the dishwasher.
The consumer stated that she cut her right arm and her left hand. The consumer stated that she treated it with [REDACTED] ointment and a [REDACTED].
The consumer stated that her dishwasher would no longer work properly.
The consumer stated that she contacted the manufacturer and they requested for her to mail the shattered glass to them. The consumer stated that she had already taken out the trash.
The consumer stated that she believes this poses a safety hazard to the consumer and should be investigated.

Model
Unknown
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Kroger, Texas
Bought
Aug 3, 2012, about then
Where
Rhome, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 47, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
Reports CPSC links to it
20120921-56FA9-1273769
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/5/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120817-27CFD-1266762. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 30, 2012, sent to the company Aug 8, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 29, 2012

The product, in the report: The small rectangular baking dish that Pyrex makes

I had a Pyrex small baking dish explode spontaneously in my kitchen. It was sitting on my counter undisturbed. It had been used the day before to bake a casserole, but it was cleaned and had sat overnight on a drying rack. This particular dish is just over a year old and has been used maybe a total of 20 times.
I was in a different room when I heard shattering glass. I found the dish on our countertop in two large and fifty small pieces. It seemed to explode out and against our kitchen backsplash. Hopefully this is a freak occurrence, but it is still unnerving as most of the rest of our baking and storage is done with Pyrex.

Model
Pyrex 2-qt oblong baking dish
UPC
71160035980
Where
North Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 26, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120730-654CA-2147465256. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 16, 2012, sent to the company Aug 3, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 17, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex glass 9x13 baking dish with molded-in handles. It also comes with a red plastic lid.

I used my Pyrex glass 913 baking dish to bake brownies. I removed it from the oven and placed it onto a wire rack to cool. I then went to watch a movie in the next room. About 20 minutes later, I heard ice exploding in my kitchen. I discovered that it was the glass baking dish exploding not ice. It was all over my kitchen in small gem-like pieces, small and large shards, and glass dust. It also was embedded in the brownies which we threw away. Thankfully, my son, who was sitting in the kitchen, was not hurt by the exploding glass. This dish was purchased at a grocery store and came with a red plastic lid. I believe it is called the “Easy-grab” pyrex brand.

Model
9x13 baking dish with molded-in handles
Bought from
Kroger Grocery Store, Virginia
Bought
Nov 4, 2011, about then
Where
Chesterfield, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex Easy-Grab, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120716-C5B13-2147465653. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 5, 2012, sent to the company Jul 18, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 1, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 13 x 9 glass dish

I was baking a cake at 375 degrees and about 15-20 minutes into baking, the whole dish exploded in the oven. The “4 simple rules” were followed so I thought it might have been an isolated incident. After taking a look at other reports, this is NOT so unusual, and quite dangerous.

Model
13 x 9 glass dish
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 38, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120705-CF41E-2147465976. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jul 3, 2012, sent to the company Jul 13, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 3, 2012

The product, in the report: 2 cup storage dish

I took a Pyrex 2 cup bowl from the refrigerator that had a little over a cup of leftover rice in it. I added a pat of butter and put it in the microwave. About 40 seconds into it the bowl shattered into pieces some large some shards. The bowl was less than 1 month old purchased as a 4 piece set. The bowl was uncovered and the microwave small.
When i went to the Pyrex site it spends a lot of time trying to debunk the “myth” of exploding dishes. All i can say is that i was surprised and saddened. I left them an email and never heard from them. These things present some form of danger. It would be nice if that was acknowledged by them.

Bought from
Wal mart
Bought
May 24, 2012, about then
Where
Vancouver, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1 Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120703-71E03-2147466040. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 28, 2012, sent to the company Aug 10, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 31, 2012

The product, in the report: Glass Bakeware

I used a 13x9 in pyrex pan to broil salmon. I used the pan as a base and placed a cooking rack on top of it to hold the salmon. The pan was in the oven for 10 minutes or less.
When I took the pan out of the oven, I placed it on my glass stovetop which was still warm from being used.
Within five minutes of placing it on top of the stovetop, it exploded. Glass went everywhere - luckily no one was hurt.
The pan was was purchased about two years agao.

Model
3 qt oblong baking dish
Bought from
Bed Bath and Beyond
Bought
Apr 10, 2010, about then
Where
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(9/11/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120628-68CE9-2147466189. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Jun 26, 2012, sent to the company Aug 2, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 16, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex dish (8 by 8 square glass brown dish)

The consumer stated that she had the glass dish at the recommended temperature for a brown glass dish which was 325 degrees, for approximately 22 minutes. The consumer stated that she took the glass dish (8 by 8 square brown dish) out of the oven and placed it on the counter to cool.
The consumer stated that she stepped away for approximately 5-10 seconds and the dish exploded. The consumer stated that glass shattered all over the counter and the kitchen floor.
The consumer stated that she got several lacerations on the bottom of her left foot. The consumer stated that she just washed it off with soap and water.
The consumer stated that there were no damages to her home structure.
The consumer stated that she will be contacting the manufacturer.
The consumer stated that this product should be investigated.

Model
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
DD’s, California
Bought
Jun 15, 2010, about then
Where
Squaw Valley, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 75, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120626-22F01-1255548. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 24, 2012, sent to the company Jul 2, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 24, 2012

The product, in the report: Clear Pyrex baking dish

My mother had a Pyrex baking dish explode several months ago, which exploded into thousands of shards. Fortunately, she had just turned her back on it after taking it out of the oven, so her eyes were safe. She says she was not baking anything unusual, and did not set the dish on a cold surface. The shards were everywhere, even in the adjacent dining room, and left burn/melt marks on her floor. I see from internet searches that some authoritative sources consider exploding Pyrex a myth, but I saw the aftermath of this dangerous incident. My mother’s email address is [REDACTED]

Where
Volant, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 74, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Parent
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information are available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120624-F1434-2147466311. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Hurt, no treatment
Made Jun 13, 2012, sent to the company Jul 27, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 10, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex dish set 12 by 8 Pyrex ware 233-pc On bottom of the dish 222 made in USA 17 07 pyrex

The consumer stated that she purchase a glass dish set of 4 pieces. The consumer stated that her partner went to remove the dish out of the oven and the glass dish exploded. The consumer stated that the glass dish was inside the oven for approximately 10 minutes at a 350 degrees temperature.
The consumer stated that as he was removing the dish it exploded splattering glass all over her kitchen. She stated that her partner covered his face, fell back knocking her to the wall and landing on the floor. The consumer stated that her partner hurt his back, and suffered cuts on his right arm.
The consumer stated that her partner did not receive any medical attention. The consumer stated that she hit her side when she was pushed to the wall.
The consumer stated that the glass splatter approximately 5’ away from the oven. She stated that there is glass all over her floor and the pieces of glass were stuck inside the linoleum flooring. The consumer stated that there were also burnt marks on the linoleum.
The consumer will be contacting the manufacturer to file a complaint.

Model
Unknown
UPC
Unknown
Serial number
Unknown
Bought from
Unknwon
Bought
Jun 1, 2011, about then
Where
West Port, Oregon: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 53, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120613-AFEDD-1252860. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 7, 2012, sent to the company Jul 27, 2012, published by CPSC Aug 10, 2012

The product, in the report: 9X13 3 quart glass baking dish - 2233

-Yes - I put the dish on oven- was using two dishes and have little counter room. The consumer says she placed baking dish on burner. It had not been used yet. She accidentally turned on the burner. After a couple of seconds she heard a loud pop sound.
She thought she turned back burner on to boil water for pudding recipe
She says the glass dish exploded. The consumer says had she not moved to make a phone call the dish would have exploded on her face.
The consumer says there are burn marks on her kitchen floor tile.

Model
9X13 3 quart glass baking dish
Serial number
2233
Bought from
Shoprite
Bought
Dec 1, 2010, about then
Where
Atco, New Jersey: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 69, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/8/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120607-5B251-1251803. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 6, 2012, sent to the company Jun 14, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 5, 2012

The product, in the report: pyrex rectangular cookware purchased at Frys ten days ago.

Pyrex cookware shattered in my oven at 450 degrees while cooking french fries. I was not injured.

Bought from
Frys, Arizona
Bought
May 28, 2012
Where
maricopa, Arizona: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 34, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. 2. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120606-B4FA0-2147466878. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 28, 2012, sent to the company Jun 5, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 19, 2012

The product, in the report: 13x9 Pyrex glass baking dish

I had a 13x9 glass Pyrex baking dish and was making a pizza casserole consisting of cooked egg noodles, cooked ground beef and onions, sliced pepperoni, spaghetti sauce and cheese and had placed it in a preheated 350 degree oven to bake 25 minutes. 10 minutes into the baking time I heard a loud boom from my kitchen and went to investigate and when I looked inside the oven, the dish had exploded into hundreds of shards of glass. I contacted Pyrex and they sent me a new dish. My aunt had a similar thing happen to her months earlier while baking a peach cobbler-the glass 13x9 Pyrex glass baking dish exploded in a preheated 350 degree oven after being in there 15 minutes. Though this happened a LONG time ago I decided to report it after a friend had the same thing happen to her just days ago.

Model
13x9 glass baking dish
Where
Jeffersonville, Indiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Other Relative
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The person who submitted this report did not provide contact information to allow us to follow up with them. We request that the submitter please contact us directly.The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120528-9169D-2147467200. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 25, 2012, sent to the company Jun 4, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 18, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 13” x 9” Covered Baking Dish

I have had my pyrex glass bakeware set for a few months now. Today my glass dish exploded while cooking in the stove at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. The glassware was at room temperature when I placed it in the oven with three stuffed peppers for baking. I had coated the bottom of the glass with non-stick spray before placing the peppers on it. I was approaching the oven to take my dinner out when I heard a what sounded like a gunshot then the sound of shattered glass falling. I feel this should not happen especially since I was properly handling the glassware.

Model
Model no. 1095803
Bought from
Target
Bought
Mar 30, 2012, about then
Where
Minneapolis, Minnesota: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120525-E7F53-2147467276. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 20, 2012, sent to the company May 29, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 12, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 9.5 inch pie plate

I purchased a Pyrex 9-inch pie plate from Bed Bath & Beyond. Removed the sticker and placed the plate in warm, soapy water. I wiped down the plate and returned it to the dishwater. A few moments later, my wife turned on water in the sink to clean her hands. The water was not so hot that she couldn’t keep her hands there but was hot enough for sanitation purposes. As the water ran she heard a popping sound. There were other, older, drinking glasses in the sink and she thought it might have been one of those pieces. She carefully put her hand in the water to let the water out when she realized that the size and shape of the broken glass couldn’t have been a drinking glass.

Bought from
Bed, Bath & Beyond
Bought
May 12, 2012
Where
Chicago, Illinois: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 54, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow-up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436 or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website—www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage instructions for our products and other important information, including “four simple rules” for cooking with glass bakeware, are available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20120520-94D91-2147467433. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 17, 2012, sent to the company May 24, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 15, 2012

The product, in the report: 9x13 glass baking dish

Two nights ago, I decided to make some strawberry rhubarb fruit bars. I preheated the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and assembled the crust and fruit in a 9x13 Pyrex baking dish. I put it in the oven, and it exploded after about 10 minutes. I purchased this dish about 4 months ago. Unfortunately, the new dish was clearly defective. I had only used it 5 or 6 times before it shattered and was following the instructions on the manufacturer’s website.

Model
3qt oblong baking dish
Bought from
Corningware Corelle & More at Tanger Outlets, Pennsylvania
Bought
Jan 28, 2012
Where
Morgantown, West Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 29, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120517-7B57B-2147467518. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 4, 2012, sent to the company May 11, 2012, published by CPSC May 25, 2012

The product, in the report: 3 quart and 2 quart set of Pyrex baking dishes - new style with the handles formed in the glass.

I bought a Pyrex baking dish set with 3 quart and 2 quart (new style with the handles formed in the glass) on 9-02-11. I baked a cake in the 3 quart for Thanksgiving and never used either dish since. On 4-20-12 we heard a load bang like someone had shot the house with something. We checked the house and found nothing. The next day we opened the pantry and discovered that the 3 quart baking dish had exploded. It had been sitting in the bottom of the pantry with the 2 quart sitting inside of it. There was no change in temperature or anything we can think of that could of caused it. It did not just break - it exploded into tiny pieces that were everywhere. Nobody was hurt.

Model
Pyrex glass baking dishes
Bought from
Corning Outlet
Bought
Sep 2, 2011
Where
Mesa, Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/19/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20120504-E38D9-2147467874. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 26, 2012, sent to the company Jun 1, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 22, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex 13X9 Bake Ware Dish

The consumer wanted to express her concerns about that her medium 13X9 sized, clear, glass baking pan as it “exploded” as the consumer was attempting to dry the dish by hand. The consumer stated that she was cooking with the dish the day prior before she attempted to wash and dry it. The day prior, the consumer placed the dish in her oven for 20 minutes, while the oven was set to 350 degrees.
The consumer stated that she could not hear sign of cracking prior to the incident. The damaged cookware left shards of the glass in the consumer’s sink. Luckily, no one was injured .The consumer has yet to call the retailer or the firm. The consumer kept the parts of the pan in case he needs further analysis.
The consumer and her husband found multiple reports on similar incidents happening. The consumer sustained no further property damage. The consumer felt it was imperative to report this issue to the CPSC. The consumer stated that the dish came in a package of one dish. The product has no signs of damage prior to the incident.

Model
Pyrex 13X9 Bake Ware Dish
Bought from
Croger’s, Louisiana
Bought
Apr 15, 2009, about then
Where
Alexandria, Louisiana: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow-up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436 or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website—www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage instructions for our products and other important information, including “four simple rules” for cooking with glass bakeware, are available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20120426-2DB34-1245747. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 24, 2012, sent to the company May 1, 2012, published by CPSC May 22, 2012

The product, in the report: Glass Pyrex Baking Dish

I would like to report that a glass Pyrex dish in which I was baking fish at 350 degrees suddenly exploded in the oven for no reason after 15 minutes into the bake cycle. The dish was not subjected to temperature changes, staying at a constant 350, nor was it damaged/cracked in any way. Had I opened the oven to check the bake progress at the time this dish exploded, I may have been pulling shards of glass out of my face.
The sides of the baking dish completely separated from the bottom and small shards of glass were sent airborne across the entire oven. I have photos of the resulting dish if required.
As per the Consumer Reports investigation and recommendation, I am writing to you to report this incident. As I empty my kitchen cabinets of any semblance of glass dishware made by Pyrex, I urge you to pull this dangerous product from the market.

Bought
Jan 4, 2003, about then
Where
Pawlet, Vermont: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/18/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120424-89461-2147468162. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Apr 24, 2012, sent to the company May 1, 2012, published by CPSC May 22, 2012

The product, in the report: 9x13 Pyrex glass baking dish

My husband took our 9x13 pyrex baking dish from the oven and placed it on top of the stove, to add [REDACTED] sauce, when it violently exploded into millions of shards. Luckily he was not seriously injured but, it did however damage my stove and made one heck of a mess which took 3 hours to clean.

Model
9x13
Bought from
Kohls, Ohio
Bought
Dec 28, 2009, about then
Where
Atwater, Ohio: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 45, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/22/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120424-A91C7-2147468169. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 23, 2012, sent to the company Jun 20, 2012, published by CPSC Jul 12, 2012

The product, in the report: 13” x 9” Pyrex Dish

Caller purchased set of two glass baking dishes April 8th, 2012, one 13” x 9” and the other in package is square two quart size.
Caller preheated her oven to 375 degrees, placed chicken in 13” x 9” glass baking dish set timer two hours and went into living room.
She had only been in living room for approximately ten minutes when she heard a loud bang sound. She thought at first that one of her large pictures had fallen off the wall.
She went to the oven and saw that the dish she had placed chicken in had exploded with all pieces of glass still contained in oven and broiler. She opened the oven door and glass fell through the open crack to her floor.
She turned her oven off, allowed dish to cool and then cleaned oven of glass pieces. Caller estimates cleaning time for oven at approximately an hour and a half. She has saved pieces of baking dish.
She has not contacted the manufacturer yet but does plan to contact them and called CPSC after reading online that this incident had happened to others.
She would like to be reimbursed for the baking dish and for the chicken that was ruined during this incident.

Model
13” x 9” Baking Dish
Bought from
Target, Massachusetts
Bought
Apr 9, 2012
Where
Beverly, Massachusetts: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120423-6C399-1245073. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 12, 2012, sent to the company Jun 6, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 20, 2012

The product, in the report: square glass baking dish (dimensions are unknown)

The consumer baked a cake in the glassware in the oven at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. The range that was used was electric glass top range. The consumer removed the glass dish on a wooden board and within 15 minutes heard a loud explosion. The glass dish exploded into large and small shards and fell into the floor. Some of the cake had fallen out onto the floor as well. The consumer noticed that some of glass baking dish was still intact. Parts of some of the cake was still sitting in the glass tha did not break. The consumer placed the glass baking dish, pieces of the cake and the broken pieces into a box and returned it to the retailer. She received a full refund and voiced her concerns with the retailer.
The consumer contacted the firm around 12/27/2011 and was offered a $50.00 rebate in which she has excepted.
The consumer has discontinued using the brand of glass baking wear in fear that it could cause an injury to herself.
The consumer also states that prior to her using the baking dish she read a article in Consumer Reports (Jan 2011 issue). The report mentioned to place the hot dish on a wooden surface and not a lass or cool surface.
Purchase made a couple days before 12/25/2011.

Model
square glass baking dish
Bought from
Target, Michigan
Bought
Dec 23, 2011, about then
Where
Jones, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(6/27/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120412-220BD-1243077. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 9, 2012, sent to the company May 10, 2012, published by CPSC Jun 1, 2012

The product, in the report: 8X12 Glass Baking Dish

The consumer says that she sat the product on a lit burner on the stove while the burner was on. This was after the dish was in the oven. The consumer says the baking dish was on the burner for less than a minute before it exploded. The consumer feels partially responsible for taking the dish out of the oven and placing it on a lit burner.

Model
8X12 Glass Baking Dish
Bought from
Kmart
Bought
Apr 15, 2004, about then
Where
Unspecified: Unspecified
Who was involved
Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/22/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436, or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website--www.pyrexware.com. The Safety & Usage Instructions for our products and other important product information is available at www.pyrexware.com. All glass bakeware can experience thermal breakage if exposed to sudden or uneven temperature changes. You can avoid the most common causes of thermal breakage by following four simple rules: 1. Always place hot glass bakeware on a dry, cloth potholder or towel. Never place hot glass bakeware on top of the stove, on a metal trivet, on a damp towel, directly on a counter or in a sink. 2. Never put glass bakeware directly on a burner or under a broiler. 3. Always allow the oven to fully preheat before placing glass bakeware in the oven. 4. Always cover the bottom of the dish with liquid before cooking meat or vegetables.

CPSC report 20120409-0DBCF-1242401. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 2, 2012, sent to the company Apr 9, 2012, published by CPSC Apr 23, 2012

The product, in the report: Pyrex Easy Grab Glass Baking Loaf Dish Pyrex Easy Grab Loaf Dish Model # 1085799. ASIN: B003KZIXYW. Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 3.4 x 6 inches ; 2.4 pounds

I was attempting to bake banana bread in my Pyrex Easy Grab Glass Loaf dish. The pan was in my cupboard and was room temperature when I put into the oven. The bread batter was not really cold or hot, nor was the dish, so there was not any extreme temperature change. The bread was baking for approximately 15 minutes, when I heard a loud noise. When I looked inside the entire baking dish exploded inside the oven into a tiny pieces and shards. The banana bread was still runny and only a little ways cooked at that point. Fortunately the oven door was shut as I cannot imagine what could have happened if it was not closed. Scary to think about. When trying to clean the oven up, every larger piece of broken dish had splintered all throughout it and would just crumble when picked up.

Model
Pyrex Easy Grab Loaf Dish Model # 1085799
Bought from
Walmart
Bought
Dec 19, 2011, about then
Where
Windsor, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 31, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Pyrex, made or sold by World Kitchen, LLC
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(4/18/2012) World Kitchen, LLC: At World Kitchen the safety of consumers is our highest priority. As part of our standard procedures, we follow-up on reported incidents. We encourage consumers with any concerns about our products to contact us toll-free at 800-999-3436 or e-mail us using the “contact us” link on our website—www.pyrexware.com. As part of our standard procedure, whenever an injury is reported, we ask the consumer to send World Kitchen the broken dish to allow us to confirm product indentity and evaluate the breakage. The Safety & Usage instructions for our products and other important information, including “four simple rules” for cooking with glass bakeware, are available at www.pyrexware.com.

CPSC report 20120402-0E757-2147468756. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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