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Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Jars and Bottles After Stopper Ejections, Reported Vision Loss

The CPSC notice targets a flawed stopper design that lacks a pressure‑relief feature, allowing pressure to build and launch the plug when the container is opened.

Overview

  • Thermos, which announced the recall Thursday through a CPSC notice, is pulling about 5.8 million Stainless King Food Jars and 2.3 million Sportsman bottles.
  • The company reported 27 incidents of stoppers ejecting and striking users, including three people who suffered permanent vision loss.
  • Affected jars are the SK3000 (16‑oz) and SK3020 (24‑oz) models made before July 2023, and every SK3010 Sportsman bottle (40‑oz) is included.
  • Consumers are told to stop using the products and contact Thermos for free remedies, with replacement stoppers for jars and replacement bottles for the SK3010 model.
  • The items were sold nationwide at major retailers and online from March 2008 to July 2024, and owners can confirm inclusion by checking the model number printed on the bottom.