CPSC recall · Reported April 2, 2008
Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard
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 cons…
Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass. recalled This recall involves the Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner #3502. The deck cleaner is a granul….
Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard was recalled by Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass. in April 2, 2008. Reason: One of the components of the composite cleaner can react with metal foil residue on the packaging, releasing …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store of purchas…. Verify recall #08237 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-One of the components of the composite cleaner can react with metal foil residue on the packaging, releasing ….
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- April 2, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08237 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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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Product 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.
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. If the container looks deformed or if it feels hot to the touch, immediately call Cabot anytime to arrange for the safe handling of the product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08237 |
| Date reported | April 2, 2008 |
| Date initiated | April 2, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass. |
| Affected scope | About 24,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the product and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. If the container lo…
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- 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
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