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Kitchen & Cookware/Small Appliances

Bostitch Electric Pencil Sharpeners Recalled by Amax Due to Shock Hazard

Agency Publication Date: November 19, 2015
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Summary

Approximately 44,000 Bostitch Quietsharp Glow Classroom (EPS11HC) and Super Pro Commercial (EPS14HC) electric pencil sharpeners have been recalled. Internal electrical components can energize the device's exterior, leading to a risk of electrical shock. One consumer has already reported receiving a shock from the product. These sharpeners feature a silver body with a black front dial and were sold at major retailers including Office Depot, Staples, and Amazon from April 2012 through August 2015. Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the units to receive a free replacement.

Risk

The electrical components inside the sharpener can malfunction and touch the casing, energizing the entire unit. This creates a direct shock hazard to anyone who touches the sharpener while it is plugged in, as evidenced by one reported consumer injury.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled pencil sharpeners and unplug them from the electrical outlet.
  2. Check the bottom of your sharpener for a sticker containing the model number. This recall affects Quietsharp Glow Classroom (EPS11HC) and Super Pro Commercial (EPS14HC) models.
  3. Remove the pencil shavings tray and look inside the unit for a four-digit date code formatted as WWYY (production week and year). Affected Quietsharp Glow (EPS11HC) models have date codes between 4714 and 3215. Affected Super Pro (EPS14HC) models have date codes between 1612 and 2715.
  4. Contact Amax toll-free at 844-483-5895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.bostitchoffice.com and click on 'Support Center' then 'Recall' to request a free replacement unit.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric pencil sharpeners, unplug them from the outlet and contact Amax for a free replacement unit.

Contact: Amax toll-free at 844-483-5895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bostitchoffice.com and click on "Support Center," then "Recall" for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Bostitch Quietsharp Glow Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener
Model:
EPS11HC
Lot Numbers:
Date codes 4714 through 3215
Date Ranges: Sold between April 2012 and August 2015
Product: Bostitch Super Pro Commercial Electric Pencil Sharpener
Model:
EPS14HC
Lot Numbers:
Date codes 1612 through 2715
Date Ranges: Sold between April 2012 and August 2015

Product Images

Recalled Bostitch Model EPS11HC Quietsharp Glow Classroom electric pencil sharpener

Recalled Bostitch Model EPS11HC Quietsharp Glow Classroom electric pencil sharpener

Recalled Bostitch Model EPS14HC Super Pro Glow Commercial electric pencil sharpener

Recalled Bostitch Model EPS14HC Super Pro Glow Commercial electric pencil sharpener

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 16041
Status: Active
Sold By: Office Depot, Staples and other office supply stores and distributors nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2012 through August 2015 for between $70 and $155.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 44,000
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Amax Inc., of East Greenwich, R.I.
Contact: Amax toll-free at 844-483-5895 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bostitchoffice.com and click on "Support Center," then "Recall" for more information.
Agency Last Updated: November 19, 2015

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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