BotanicLab Sets Up Recall Hotline For PC SPES Customers
New York: PSA Rising, September 18, 2001. BotanicLab Inc, Brea, California have opened a Hotline telephone for customers. The number is:
1-800-458-5854
In a letter September 14, BotanicLab said:
Until some technical issues are worked out with the phone company (we have been told to anticipate about 30 days for this), should you call during business hours, please ask to speak with a Hotline Representative. If you call during evening or weekend hours, please indicate your wish to speak with a Hotline Representative, and leave your name and phone number, and you will be called back during business hours.
Earlier reports and commentary:
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