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CPSC recall · Reported January 21, 2015

CR Brands Recalls Mean Green Cleaner and Degreaser Products Due to Chemical Hazard

The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the bottles can pose a chemical hazard to consumers. If ammonia is mixed …

Recall #
15061
Affected scope
About 83,800
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Cr Brands, Inc., West Chester, Oh recalled The recalled cleaning products came in white plastic spray bottles and white or green pla… — a moderate-severity action.

CR Brands Recalls Mean Green Cleaner and Degreaser Products Due to Chemical Hazard was recalled by Cr Brands, Inc., West Chester, Oh in January 21, 2015. Reason: The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the…. Remedy: Consumers who have a product with the UPC and date code should immediately discontinue us…. Verify recall #15061 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Cr Brands, Inc., West Chester, Oh issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the….

Moderate
severity level
January 21, 2015
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15061 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #15061) was formally reported on January 21, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Cr Brands, Inc., West Chester, Oh is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 83,800.

The documented reason for this recall is: The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the bottles can pose a chemical hazard to consumers. If ammonia is mixed with bleach or other household chemicals… 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 who have a product with the UPC and date code should immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to the retailer for a replacement. — 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 — 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 83,800

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

The recalled cleaning products came in white plastic spray bottles and white or green plastic containers. The words "Mean Green Super Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" or "Mean Green Industrial Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" are on a label on the front and the UPC number is on the back. The recall involves products with date codes 4225, 4226, 4227, 4228, 4229 and 4230. The date code is printed below the label on the bottle. The recalled units include: Size UPC Mean Green Super Strength Spray 20oz 720547001208 Mean Green Super Strength Spray 40oz 720547001406 Mean Green Super Strength 128oz 720547001017 Mean Green Industrial Strength 128oz 720547001024

Reason for recall

The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the bottles can pose a chemical hazard to consumers. If ammonia is mixed with bleach or other household chemicals, irritating or toxic gases could be produced.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers who have a product with the UPC and date code should immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to the retailer for a replacement.

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 15061
Date reported January 21, 2015
Date initiated January 21, 2015
Recalling firm Cr Brands, Inc., West Chester, Oh
Affected scope About 83,800
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 who have a product with the UPC and date code should immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to the re…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled cleaning products came in white plastic spray bottles and white or green plastic containers. The words "Mean Green Super Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" or "Mean Green Industrial Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" are on a label on the front and the UPC number is on the back. The recall involves products with date codes 4225, 4226, 4227, 4228, 4229 and 4230. The date code is printed below the label on the bottle. The recalled units include: Size UPC Mean Green Super Strength Spray 20oz 720547001208 Mean Green Super Strength Spray 40oz 720547001406 Mean Green Super Strength 128oz 720547001017 Mean Green Industrial Strength 128oz 720547001024. Recalled by Cr Brands, Inc., West Chester, Oh. Units affected: About 83,800.
Why was this product recalled?
The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the bottles can pose a chemical hazard to consumers. If ammonia is mixed with bleach or other household chemicals, irritating or toxic gases could be produced.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who have a product with the UPC and date code should immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to the retailer for a replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 21, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15061.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (15061) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported January 21, 2015.

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