Skacel Collection Recalls FlipStix Knitting Needles Due to Laceration Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #20017
Recall Date
2019-11-06
Manufacturer
Gustav Selter GmbH Co. & KG, of Germany
Units Affected
About 270
Products Involved
US 6 (4.0mm) addi® FlipStix knitting needles
Hazard
The shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knitting needles and contact the store where purchased for a full refund in the form of a store voucher.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received three reports of the needle shafts splitting. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Independent yarn stores nationwide from November 2018 through August 2019 for about $20.
Manufactured In
Germany
Full Recall Description
This recall involves US 6 (4.0mm diameter) FlipStix in 6" and 8" long knitting needles. The knitting needles have aluminum shafts that are tapered at both ends. The long shaft holds the active (unsecured) stitches of the fabric, to prevent them from unravelling, whereas the tapered ends are used to form new stitches. The knitting needles were sold in blue, red and yellow combination packages. There are five needles per pack.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28