CPSC, National Service Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Zep Commercial Cleaners Sold at The Home Depot

Only the 32-ounce bottles of four types of Zep Commercial cleaners are part of this recall. They are the Acidic Toilet Bowl Cleaner; Calcium Lime & Rust Stain Remover; Grout Cleaner & Whitener; and Driveway, Concrete & Masonry Cleaner. The word "COMMERCIAL" is written before "ZEP" on the top of the labels on the white, plastic bottles, and the product names are written below the brand name.. Recalled by National Service Industries Inc. (NSI), of Atlanta, Ga.. Units affected: About 1.4 million.

Some of these bottles can leak through the cap when turned on their side, allowing the contents of the cleaner to come into contact with consumers. These cleaners can cause irritation and burns to the skin and eyes.

Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners immediately, since the bottles can leak, and call the Zep Commercial hotline. The hotline will help consumers determine if their cleaner bottle is leaking, and provide instructions on how to dispose of leaking bottles and get a refund.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 9, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01102.