Official recall notice
CPSC, The Flood Co. Announce Recall of Wood Strippers and Cleaners
- Recall date
- 2001-07-02
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 18,000
Why it was recalled
Hazard
Some of these bottles can leak at the cap, allowing the contents to come into contact with consumers. These strippers and cleaners can cause burns to the skin and eyes.
Recommended action
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners immediately, since the bottles can leak, and call the Flood Co. hotline. The hotline will help consumers determine if their bottle is leaking, and provide instructions on how to dispose of leaking bottles and get a refund.
Product description
Only gallon bottles of Flood StainStrip and Stripper/Cleaner are part of this recall. Both bottles show the Flood logo in the shape of a paint brush. Writing on the StrainStrip Exterior Stain Stripper label reads, "REMOVES ALL FINISHES," and "DANGER! CAUSES EYE, SKIN AND MUCOUS MEMBRANE BURNS." The Stripper/Cleaner label reads, "4 Products In One!"
Reported incidents
The Flood Co. has received two reports of bottles leaking that were shipped to retailers, but no injuries have been reported.