Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-04-02 · 08237
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
08237
Date
2008-04-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner
Companies
Retailer(s)
Home improvement centers and hardware stores nationwide from February 2007 through February 2008 for about $20.
Distributor(s)
Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass.
Country of manufacture
United States
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.