[Recalled] The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide — This recall involves The Lye Guy sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide produ… | CPSC 2021-05-13
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | The Lye Guy, of Pennellville, N.Y. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 21745 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 13 May 2021 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves The Lye Guy sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide products sold in 32 oz plastic jars with a white continuous thread closure. The Lye Guy logo and the product name are printed on a white label at the front of the jar. Hazards: The products contain sodium and potassium hydroxide, which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes. In addition, the label on the products violates the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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