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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 21743

Sodium Hydroxide Flakes, Pure Lye, Caustic Soda Drain Cleaner and Sodium Hydroxide Flake (Caustic Soda Flake)

Published May 13, 2021 · Recall initiated: May 13, 2021

What's the hazard

The products contain sodium 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 violate the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of sight and reach of children. Contact Alliance Chemical for a free replacement child resistant packaging and label to put on the product. Alliance Chemical is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall details

Brand
Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas
Manufacturer
Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas
Distributor
Online at Alliancechemical.com, Amazon.com and eBay.com from August 2020 through February 2021 for between $20 and $30.
Country
US
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