Scuba Diving Air Hoses (Li Chung Plastics) – Safety Issue (2012)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
High pressure scuba diving air hoses
Brand
Li Chung Plastics Ind. Co. Ltd, of Taiwan
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
Li Chung Plastics Ind. Co. Ltd, of Taiwan is recalling High pressure scuba diving air hoses. The hazard is: The diving hose on Phantom and Mesh Flex brand name equipment can rupture.. 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
The recalled air hoses are black braided high pressure scuba air hoses. The hoses measure about one centimeter in diameter and vary in length from 6-inches to 40-inches. These hoses attach to the regulator first stage and are intended for use with the submersible pressure gauge (SPG's) that indicate the air pressure in the scuba diving tank. These recalled hoses were sold under the Phantom and Mesh Flex brand names printed only on the product packaging. The air hoses have production date codes stamped into the metal fitting that attaches to the regulator with the following codes: Innovative Scuba Concepts: 11Q3, 11Q4 and 12Q1Trident Diving Equipment: T0811, T0911, T1011, T1111, T1211, T0112, and T0212A-Plus Marine: 11Q3, 11Q4, and 12Q1
Reported concern (CPSC)
The diving hose on Phantom and Mesh Flex brand name equipment can rupture.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact Innovative Scuba Concepts, Trident Diving Equipment or A-Plus Marine to receive instructions for obtaining a free replacement hose.
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 6, 2026