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The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide

Published May 13, 2021

Summary

CPSC records recall 21745, published May 13, 2021. Recalling firm: The Lye Guy, of Pennellville, N.Y.; Reported units: About 32,000.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of sight and reach of children. Contact The Lye Guy for free replacement child resistant packaging and a new label. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

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Recall details

Brand
The Lye Guy, of Pennellville, N.Y.
Manufacturer
The Lye Guy, of Pennellville, N.Y.
Distributor
Online at TheLyeGuy.com from November 2008 through February 2021 for between $6 and $9.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 21745 on May 13, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of sight and reach of children. Contact The Lye Guy for free replacement child resistant packaging and a new label. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: The Lye Guy, of Pennellville, N.Y..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)