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Three Types of Liquid Plumr Clog Removers Recalled by The Clorox Company Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Closure Requirement

Reported: July 14, 2016 Initiated: July 14, 2016 #16225

Product Description

This recall involves three Liquid Plumr clog removing products, sold in 17-ounce bottles that are about 9 inches tall. The bottles have the Liquid Plumr logo and the name of the product on the front. Liquid Plumr products included in the recall are: Name of Product UPC Code Description Liquid Plumr Pro-Strength Foaming Clog Fighter, formerly sold as Slow Flow Fighter UPC Code 044600-002149 Orange bottle with a red cap Liquid Plumr Pro-Strength Urgent Clear UPC Code 044600-305486 Blue bottle with a red cap Liquid Plumr Industrial Strength Urgent Clear UPC Code 044600-314846 Black bottle with a red cap The UPC code is printed in the lower left corner on the back of the bottle. Only bottles manufactured before March 22, 2016 are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The recalled bottles are not child-resistant and children can remove the top, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes. These products contain sodium hydroxide which is required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.

Remedy

Consumers should keep this recalled product away from children and immediately contact The Clorox Company's Liquid Plumr call center for disposal and refund instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves three Liquid Plumr clog removing products, sold in 17-ounce bottles that are about 9 inches tall. The bottles have the Liquid Plumr logo and the name of the product on the front. Liquid Plumr products included in the recall are: Name of Product UPC Code Description Liquid Plumr Pro-Strength Foaming Clog Fighter, formerly sold as Slow Flow Fighter UPC Code 044600-002149 Orange bottle with a red cap Liquid Plumr Pro-Strength Urgent Clear UPC Code 044600-305486 Blue bottle with a red cap Liquid Plumr Industrial Strength Urgent Clear UPC Code 044600-314846 Black bottle with a red cap The UPC code is printed in the lower left corner on the back of the bottle. Only bottles manufactured before March 22, 2016 are included in this recall.. Recalled by The Clorox Company, of Oakland, Calif.. Units affected: About 5.4 million.
Why was this product recalled?
The recalled bottles are not child-resistant and children can remove the top, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes. These products contain sodium hydroxide which is required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should keep this recalled product away from children and immediately contact The Clorox Company's Liquid Plumr call center for disposal and refund instructions.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 14, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16225.