Flood StainStrip, FloodPro Strippers/Cleaners
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: See description
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Flood
- Reason for Recall:
- Burn - Not Fire-Related
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- Burn - Not Fire-Related
Product Information
Full Description:
July 2, 2001Release # 01-183 Flood Co. Recall Hotline: (800) 321-3444 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 CPSC, The Flood Co. Announce Recall of Wood Strippers and Cleaners WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 18,000 bottles of Flood StainStrip and FloodPro Stripper/Cleaner sold in gallon bottles. Some of these bottles can leak at the cap, allowing the contents to come into contact with consumers. These strippers and cleaners can cause burns to the skin and eyes. The Flood Co. has received two reports of bottles leaking that were shipped to retailers, but no injuries have been reported.Only gallon bottles of Flood StainStrip and Stripper/Cleaner are part of this recall. Both bottles show the Flood logo in the shape of a paint brush.Writing on the StrainStrip Exterior Stain Stripper label reads, " REMOVES ALL FINISHES," and "DANGER! CAUSES EYE, SKIN AND MUCOUS MEMBRANE BURNS." The Stripper/Cleaner label reads, "4 Products In One!" Paint and hardware stores nationwide sold these Flood products from March 2001 through June 2001 for between $15 and $20.Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners immediately since the bottles can leak, and call the Flood Co. hotline. The hotline will help consumers determine if their bottle is leaking, and provide instructions on how to dispose of leaking bottles and get a refund. For more information, call Flood Co. toll-free at (800) 321-3444 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Saturday and between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET Sunday. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.FloodCo.com.Consumers should not return recalled cleaner to the store where purchased, but should call the hotline for instructions
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
See description
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 01183