Poppin' Cobs Microwave Popcorn (Gilchrist) – fire burn hazard (2020)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Poppin' Cobs 10 Pack Microwave Popcorn
Brand
Gilchrist Bag Manufacturing LLC, of Camden, Arizona
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Gilchrist Bag Manufacturing LLC, of Camden, Arizona is recalling Poppin' Cobs 10 Pack Microwave Popcorn. The hazard is: The popcorn's paper bag can catch fire in the microwave, posing fire and burn hazards.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Poppin' Cobs 10 pack of microwave popcorn on the cob. The popcorn is packaged in a brown box with a black top with 10 Poppin' Cobs individually wrapped and 10 brown bags for popping. "Poppin' Cobs" is printed on the front of the box. Only boxes with date codes 042121 on the back of the box are included in the recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The popcorn's paper bag can catch fire in the microwave, posing fire and burn hazards.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Poppin' Cobs 10 Pack Microwave Popcorn and contact the firm to receive free replacement bags. Consumers can order the replacement bags online at https://www.poppincobs.com/products/replacement-bags
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026