Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard

Recalled April 2, 2008 · CPSC recall 08237 · Cabot

Hazard

One of the components of the composite cleaner can react with metal foil residue on the packaging, releasing heat and chlorine gas. This poses a fire and inhalation hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. If the container looks deformed or if it feels hot to the touch, immediately call Cabot anytime to arrange for the safe handling of the product.

Units

About 24,000

Incidents / injuries

Cabot has received one report of the composite cleaner's plastic container partially melting and emitting a chlorine odor. No injuries were reported.

Description

This recall involves the Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner #3502. The deck cleaner is a granular concentrate that, when mixed with water, is used to clean composite surfaces such as decks, railings, steps, fences and siding. It was sold in a 2-pound plastic container. The label on the container reads: "Cabot Composite Cleaner" and has number 3502 at the bottom of the front of the label.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Cabot at (877) 755-3336, or visit the company's Web site at www.cabotstain.com/recall

Product

Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner

Distributed by

Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass.

Retailers

Home improvement centers and hardware stores nationwide from February 2007 through February 2008 for about $20.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →