Recall: Kmart Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday Safety Matches

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2004 Release #04-138

Kmart Recall Hotline: (866) 562-7848 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Kmart Media Contact: Maria Seyrig (248) 463-7801

CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Martha Stewart Everyday® Safety Matches

Units: 588 boxes

Distributor: Kmart Corp., of Troy, Mich.

Hazard: These matches may ignite upon impact, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Kmart has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Description: The recalled matches come in a yellow checkered box, with the UPC code – 045774700237 – printed on the back. The matches are 11 inches long.

Sold at: Kmart Stores from January 2004 through March 2004 for about $2.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the matches immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart toll-free at (866) 562-7848 anytime or log on the company's Web site at www.kmart.com