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Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Recalled by DuPont Due to Leaking Cap; Poses Risk of Severe Skin Irritation

Name: Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Recalled by DuPont Due to Leaking Cap; Poses Risk of Severe Skin Irritation
Brand: DuPont, of Wilmington, Del.
SKU: CPSC-09055
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: November 25, 2008Recall ID: 09055Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Pressure can build up in a full or nearly full bottle of the acidic cleaner when it is stored in elevated temperatures over an extended period of time, which can result in the cleaner leaking from underneath the cap. If the product comes into contact with skin, it can cause severe skin irritation.

Product Description & Identification

Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner is used to clean ceramic and porcelain tile and grout. It was sold in silver-colored one quart plastic bottles. "DuPont" and "Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner" are printed on the front of the bottle. UPC code 6-69009-71003-9 is printed on the back label.

Affected Products

Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Bottles

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Heavy-Duty-Acidic-Cleaner-Recalled-by-DuPont-Due-to-Leaking-Cap-Poses-Risk-of-Severe-Skin-Irritation
Title	Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Recalled by DuPont Due to Leaking Cap; Poses Risk of Severe Skin Irritation
Images › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1ea8364cafe94342a9071bfc3305dc85.jpg
Images › Caption	Recalled Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Bottle
Hazards › Name	Pressure can build up in a full or nearly full bottle of the acidic cleaner when it is stored in elevated temperatures over an extended period of time, which can result in the cleaner leaking from underneath the cap. If the product comes into contact with skin, it can cause severe skin irritation.
Injuries › Name	Lowe's has received two reports of leaking bottles at two different Lowe's stores. One consumer reported temporary skin irritation. Another consumer reported skin peeling.
Products › Name	Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Bottles
Products › Type	Cleaners/Cleaning Products
Products › Category I D	1884
Products › Number Of Units	About 20,000
Recall I D	5014
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner bottles if there are signs of leakage. Even if there are no signs of leakage, consumers should use gloves when handling the recalled bottles and contact DuPont to receive a free replacement bottle cap. Consumers should not return the product to Lowe's.
Retailers › Name	Lowe's stores from March 2008 through October 2008 for about $7.
Recall Date	2008-11-25T00:00:00
Description	Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner is used to clean ceramic and porcelain tile and grout. It was sold in silver-colored one quart plastic bottles. "DuPont" and "Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner" are printed on the front of the bottle. UPC code 6-69009-71003-9 is printed on the back label.
Product U P Cs › U P C	669009710039
Recall Number	09055
Manufacturers › Name	DuPont, of Wilmington, Del.
Consumer Contact	For additional information, contact DuPont toll-free at (888) 241-2780 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.stonecare.dupont.com
Last Publish Date	2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	United States

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Recalling FirmDuPont, of Wilmington, Del.

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Caution (Class III)

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