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CPSC recall · Reported November 19, 2014

Hoppe's Recalls Semi-Auto Bore Cleaner Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Closure Requirement

Bottles have a child-resistant cap that can become loose. Chemicals in this product can cause skin irritation, internal injury or death if ingested.

Recall #
15034
Affected scope
About 110,000
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TriPak Inc., Vandalia, Mich. recalled This recall involves Hoppe's Semi-Auto Gun Bore Cleaner. This product is packaged in a br… - a moderate-severity action.

Hoppe's Recalls Semi-Auto Bore Cleaner Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Closure Req… was recalled by TriPak Inc., Vandalia, Mich. in November 19, 2014. Reason: Bottles have a child-resistant cap that can become loose. Chemicals in this product can cause skin irritation…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the product, ensure that the cap is secur…. Verify recall #15034 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

TriPak Inc., Vandalia, Mich. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Bottles have a child-resistant cap that can become loose. Chemicals in this product can cause skin irritation….

Moderate
severity level
November 19, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15034 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #15034) was formally reported on November 19, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. TriPak Inc., Vandalia, Mich. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 110,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Bottles have a child-resistant cap that can become loose. Chemicals in this product can cause skin irritation, internal injury or death if ingested. 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 immediately discontinue use of the product, ensure that the cap is secured on the bottle, keep out of the reach and sight of children and contact Hoppe's for a free replacement produ… - 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, 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 110,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Hoppe's Semi-Auto Gun Bore Cleaner. This product is packaged in a brown 5-ounce plastic bottle with a blue and yellow label and black cap. The recalled item number is SA904 and can be found above the UPC code on the label.

Reason for recall

Bottles have a child-resistant cap that can become loose. Chemicals in this product can cause skin irritation, internal injury or death if ingested.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the product, ensure that the cap is secured on the bottle, keep out of the reach and sight of children and contact Hoppe's for a free replacement product and disposal instructions.

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 15034
Date reported November 19, 2014
Date initiated November 19, 2014
Recalling firm TriPak Inc., Vandalia, Mich.
Affected scope About 110,000
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 discontinue use of the product, ensure that the cap is secured on the bottle, keep out of the reach …

  • Check the recall number (15034) 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?
This recall involves Hoppe's Semi-Auto Gun Bore Cleaner. This product is packaged in a brown 5-ounce plastic bottle with a blue and yellow label and black cap. The recalled item number is SA904 and can be found above the UPC code on the label.. Recalled by TriPak Inc., Vandalia, Mich.. Units affected: About 110,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Bottles have a child-resistant cap that can become loose. Chemicals in this product can cause skin irritation, internal injury or death if ingested.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the product, ensure that the cap is secured on the bottle, keep out of the reach and sight of children and contact Hoppe's for a free replacement product and disposal instructions.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 19, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15034.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (15034) 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 November 19, 2014. 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.