Agency Warns Of Possible Glass Shards In Tequila

HARTFORD — The potential for glass particles in certain bottles of “1800” brand tequila has led to a national recall of three products, the Department of Consumer Protection announced August 10. Consumers who have purchased the following items are encouraged to heed the voluntary national recall announced by Agavera Camiches, S.A. de C.V, the brand owner of 1800 Tequila, and by Proximo Spirits, the importer of the product.

The recall is limited to the 1.75 liter sizes of 1800 Tequila Coconut, 1800 Tequila Silver and 1800 Tequila Reposado. All other sizes (50ml, 200ml, 375ml, 750ml and 1 liter) are not affected and not subject to recall.

The companies announced the voluntary recall after learning of potential damage to the bottles’ glass stoppers during transportation and handling. While there have been no reports of consumer injuries, the potential of small particles of glass in the bottle could pose a health and safety risk.

“The Department of Consumer Protection is communicating with Connecticut wholesalers who distribute the products to our liquor retailers, and we support the companies’ decision to voluntarily recall the items to safeguard consumers,” Commissioner William M. Rubenstein said. “While wholesalers and retailers are removing the recalled items from sale, consumers who already have these products at home can seek and receive a refund from the brand owner,” he said.

Consumers should check to see if they have affected product by comparing the first 9 digits of the 13-digit Lot Code, which can be found on the side of the bottle against the list of impacted product codes.

Consumers who have affected product should not consume it nor allow others to consume it.

Consumers with bottles subject to the recall may call the company at 866-795-8805 or e-mail info@1800tequila.com for more information or to seek a refund. Consumers calling for a refund must be 21 years of age or older and will be asked to provide their name, date of birth, address, phone number and e-mail address, as well as the Lot Code which is printed on the bottle.

In addition, consumers will be asked where and when they purchased the product as well as how much they paid for the item. The company states that refunds will be issued in approximately two to four weeks.