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CPSC recall · Reported July 2, 2001

CPSC, The Flood Co. Announce Recall of Wood Strippers and Cleaners

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.

Recall #
01183
Affected scope
About 18,000
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The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio recalled Only gallon bottles of Flood StainStrip and Stripper/Cleaner are part of this recall. Bot… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, The Flood Co. Announce Recall of Wood Strippers and Cleaners was recalled by The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio in July 2, 2001. Reason: Some of these bottles can leak at the cap, allowing the contents to come into contact with consumers. These s…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners immediately, since the bottles can leak…. Verify recall #01183 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Some of these bottles can leak at the cap, allowing the contents to come into contact with consumers. These s….

Moderate
severity level
July 2, 2001
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01183 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #01183) was formally reported on July 2, 2001. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 18,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: 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. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: 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 pr… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 18,000

Related Recalls

6

1 from same agency

Product description

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!"

Reason for recall

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.

Remedy, what to do

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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 01183
Date reported July 2, 2001
Date initiated July 2, 2001
Recalling firm The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio
Affected scope About 18,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners immediately, since the bottles can leak, and call the Flood Co. hotline. The ho…

  • Check the recall number (01183) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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!". Recalled by The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio. Units affected: About 18,000.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 2, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01183.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (01183) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported July 2, 2001. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.