Midwest Lubricants Sodium Hydroxide
Published August 17, 2023
Summary
CPSC records recall 23782, published August 17, 2023. Recalling firm: Midwest Lubricants, of Fredericktown, Missouri; Reported units: About 3,000.
What's the hazard
The product contains 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 product violates the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) by omitting the 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 and contact Midwest Lubricants for a free replacement with child resistant packaging and a new label. Midwest Lubricants and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers directly.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Midwest Lubricants, of Fredericktown, Missouri
- Manufacturer
- Midwest Lubricants, of Fredericktown, Missouri
- Distributor
- Online at MidwestLubricants.com and Amazon.com from January 2020 through June 2023 for about $44.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Midwest Lubricants Sodium Hydroxide recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 23782 on August 17, 2023. Reported hazard: The product contains 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 product violates the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) by omitting the 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 and contact Midwest Lubricants for a free replacement with child resistant packaging and a new label. Midwest Lubricants and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers directly.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Midwest Lubricants, of Fredericktown, Missouri.