Black Forge Knives Kitchen Knives and Cleavers Recalled for Elevated Lead

Agency Publication Date: August 4, 2024

Summary

Approximately 21,000 Black Forge Knives kitchen knives and cleavers are being recalled because they contain elevated levels of lead. The recall involves multiple models, including Carbon Steel Utility knives, Cleavers, and Ulu knives, which were sold in single-box packaging directly to consumers through Bespoke Post. While no incidents or injuries have been reported, lead is a toxic substance that poses a health risk when used for food preparation.

Risk

These knives contain elevated levels of lead, which can contaminate food during preparation. Ingesting lead can lead to serious health issues, particularly for children and pregnant women, as it is a toxic heavy metal that accumulates in the body.

What You Should Do

This recall involves Black Forge Knives carbon steel kitchen tools, including the Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Knife (Models CSK1700, 501141), Cleaver knives (Models CSK1701, 501172), and Ulu knives (Models 2432, 501204).
Identify your product by checking the model number listed on the original packaging or your order confirmation from Bespoke Post. Affected models include CSK1700, CSK1701, 501141, 2432, 501204, and 501172.
Stop using the recalled knives and cleavers immediately for any food preparation tasks.
Contact Black Forge Knives directly to arrange for a return, or throw the product away.
Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

How to: Contact the manufacturer to arrange return, or throw the product away.

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Knife

Variants: 10.25 inches

Item Code:

CSK1700

Packed in a single box

Product: Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Cleaver Knife

Variants: 10.5 inches

Item Code:

CSK1701

Packed in a single box

Product: Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Knife

Variants: 9.5 inches

Item Code:

501141

Packed in a single box

Product: Burnt Bone & Carbon Steel Ulu Knife

Variants: 4 inches

Item Code:

2432

Packed in a single box

Product: Rosewood Carbon Steel Ulu Knife

Variants: 4 inches

Item Code:

501204

Packed in a single box

Product: Rosewood Carbon Steel Meat Cleaver

Variants: 10.25 inches

Item Code:

501172

Packed in a single box

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 94800

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Black Forge Knives

Sold By: Bespoke Post

Manufactured In: Pakistan

Units Affected: 21,000 units

Distributed To: Nationwide

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

This recall involves Black Forge Knives carbon steel kitchen tools, including the Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Knife (Models CSK1700, 501141), Cleaver knives (Models CSK1701, 501172), and Ulu knives (Models 2432, 501204).

Identify your product by checking the model number listed on the original packaging or your order confirmation from Bespoke Post. Affected models include CSK1700, CSK1701, 501141, 2432, 501204, and 501172.

Stop using the recalled knives and cleavers immediately for any food preparation tasks.

Contact Black Forge Knives directly to arrange for a return, or throw the product away.

Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

Affected Products

Product: Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Knife

Variants: 10.25 inches

Item Code:

CSK1700

Packed in a single box

Product: Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Cleaver Knife

Variants: 10.5 inches

Item Code:

CSK1701

Packed in a single box

Product: Carbon Steel Utility Kitchen Knife

Variants: 9.5 inches

Item Code:

501141

Packed in a single box

Product: Burnt Bone & Carbon Steel Ulu Knife

Variants: 4 inches

Item Code:

2432

Packed in a single box

Product: Rosewood Carbon Steel Ulu Knife

Variants: 4 inches

Item Code:

501204

Packed in a single box

Product: Rosewood Carbon Steel Meat Cleaver

Variants: 10.25 inches

Item Code:

501172

Packed in a single box