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Burn / ScaldJuly 2, 2001CPSC #01183

CPSC, The Flood Co. Announce Recall of Wood Strippers and Cleaners

Product
Cleaners/Cleaning Products
Units affected
18,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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!"

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.

Injuries

The Flood Co. has received two reports of bottles leaking that were shipped to retailers, but no injuries have been reported.

Where it was sold

  • Paint and hardware stores nationwide sold these Flood products, from March 2001 through June 2001, for between $15 and $20.

Photos

Recalled FloodPro Stripper/CleanerRecalled Flood StainStrip
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