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Fastbuy Recalls Zimtown Portable Gas Cans Over Non-Child-Resistant Closures

Fastbuy Inc. has recalled about 200 Zimtown portable fuel containers due to burn and poisoning risks to children.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 20, 2026, 10:33 a.m. ET
On August 13, 2026, , initiated a recall of portable fuel containers, according to Consumer Product Safety Commission recall records. No injuries have been reported. The recall involves metal 5.0 gallon (20L) Zimtown Portable "Jerry" style Gas and Fuel Cans with spout, available in red and army green under recall number . The cans have a white spout and yellow vent cap, with assembled product dimensions of 4.76 x 8.49 x 19.29 inches. Official records state the containers violate closure requirements under the Children's Gasoline Burn Prevention Act because the closures are not child-resistant, posing burn and poisoning hazards to children. Official recall instructions state consumers should stop using the gas and fuel containers immediately and contact Fastbuy for a full refund. Consumers should disassemble the spout, cut it into pieces with scissors and dispose of it separately from the container. records note consumers will be asked to write "RECALLED" on the container and submit photos of the product to ZimtownFuelCanrecall@outlook.com separately.

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