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CPSCRecalled Jul 2, 2001 · #01183

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

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.

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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!"

Product details

Product
Flood StainStrip and FloodPro Stripper/Cleaner
Type
Cleaners/Cleaning Products
Manufacturer
The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Paint and hardware stores nationwide sold these Flood products, from March 2001 through June 2001, for between $15 and $20.

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice