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CPSC recall · Reported September 5, 2018

Rust-Oleum Recalls Countertop Coating Due to Violation of Federal Lead Paint Ban

The countertop coating contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

Recall #
18214
Affected scope
About 1,800
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Rust-Oleum Corp., of Vernon Hills, Ill. recalled This recall involves one-quart (32 fluid ounce) containers of Rust-Oleum black satin coun… - a moderate-severity action.

Rust-Oleum Recalls Countertop Coating Due to Violation of Federal Lead Paint Ban was recalled by Rust-Oleum Corp., of Vernon Hills, Ill. in September 5, 2018. Reason: The countertop coating contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if inges…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled countertop coating and contact Rust-…. Verify recall #18214 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Rust-Oleum Corp., of Vernon Hills, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The countertop coating contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if inges….

Moderate
severity level
September 5, 2018
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18214 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #18214) was formally reported on September 5, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Rust-Oleum Corp., of Vernon Hills, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,800.

The documented reason for this recall is: The countertop coating contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues. 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 stop using the recalled countertop coating and contact Rust-Oleum. Consumers who have not used the countertop coating will receive a full refund plus $25 to return the pr… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 1,800

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves one-quart (32 fluid ounce) containers of Rust-Oleum black satin countertop coating with product number 263209 and batch code P7612D. The product number and batch code are printed on the bottom of the can. The can is silver and the label on the can is green and white. The label on the can reads "countertop coating," "black satin," "renew laminate surfaces," and "moisture & scratch resistant."

Reason for recall

The countertop coating contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled countertop coating and contact Rust-Oleum. Consumers who have not used the countertop coating will receive a full refund plus $25 to return the product to Rust-Oleum. Consumers who have applied the recalled countertop coating will receive a repair kit or replacement of the affected surfaces.

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 18214
Date reported September 5, 2018
Date initiated September 5, 2018
Recalling firm Rust-Oleum Corp., of Vernon Hills, Ill.
Affected scope About 1,800
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 should immediately stop using the recalled countertop coating and contact Rust-Oleum. Consumers who have not used the c…

  • Check the recall number (18214) 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 one-quart (32 fluid ounce) containers of Rust-Oleum black satin countertop coating with product number 263209 and batch code P7612D. The product number and batch code are printed on the bottom of the can. The can is silver and the label on the can is green and white. The label on the can reads "countertop coating," "black satin," "renew laminate surfaces," and "moisture & scratch resistant.". Recalled by Rust-Oleum Corp., of Vernon Hills, Ill.. Units affected: About 1,800.
Why was this product recalled?
The countertop coating contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled countertop coating and contact Rust-Oleum. Consumers who have not used the countertop coating will receive a full refund plus $25 to return the product to Rust-Oleum. Consumers who have applied the recalled countertop coating will receive a repair kit or replacement of the affected surfaces.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 5, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18214.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (18214) 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 September 5, 2018. 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.