CPSC2008-11-25
Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Recalled by DuPont Due to Leaking Cap; Poses Risk of Severe Skin Irritation
DuPont, of Wilmington, Del.
Hazard
Pressure can build up in a full or nearly full bottle of the acidic cleaner when it is stored in elevated temperatures over an extended period of time, which can result in the cleaner leaking from underneath the cap. If the product comes into contact with skin, it can cause severe skin irritation.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner bottles if there are signs of leakage. Even if there are no signs of leakage, consumers should use gloves when handling the recalled bottles and contact DuPont to receive a free replacement bottle cap. Consumers should not return the product to Lowe's.
Sold at
Lowe's stores from March 2008 through October 2008 for about $7.
Affected count
About 20,000
Injuries reported
Lowe's has received two reports of leaking bottles at two different Lowe's stores. One consumer reported temporary skin irritation. Another consumer reported skin peeling.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Bottles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact DuPont toll-free at (888) 241-2780 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.stonecare.dupont.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Heavy-Duty-Acidic-Cleaner-Recalled-by-DuPont-Due-to-Leaking-Cap-Poses-Risk-of-Severe-Skin-IrritationDon't want to check this manually?
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