The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01183·Announced 2001-07-02

Flood Wood Strippers and Cleaners Recalled Due to Leaking Bottles

The Flood Co. is recalling gallon bottles of Flood StainStrip and FloodPro Stripper/Cleaner because the caps can leak, posing a risk of skin and eye burns.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (chemical burns) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The Flood Co. is recalling approximately 18,000 gallon bottles of Flood StainStrip and FloodPro Stripper/Cleaner. The recall is necessary because some bottles can leak at the cap, allowing the chemical contents to come into contact with consumers. These products are capable of causing burns to the skin and eyes.

The affected products were sold at paint and hardware stores nationwide from March 2001 through June 2001 for between $15 and $20. Only gallon bottles are included in this recall. Both bottles feature the Flood logo in the shape of a paint brush. The StainStrip label reads "REMOVES ALL FINISHES" and "DANGER! CAUSES EYE, SKIN AND MUCOUS MEMBRANE BURNS," while the Stripper/Cleaner label reads "4 Products In One!"

The Flood Co. has received two reports of bottles leaking that were shipped to retailers, but no injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners immediately and call the Flood Co. hotline at (800) 321-3444. The hotline will help determine if a bottle is leaking and provide instructions on how to dispose of leaking bottles and obtain a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Flood StainStrip and FloodPro Stripper/Cleaner
Manufacturer
The Flood Co., of Hudson, Ohio
Category
Consumer Product — Cleaning Products
Hazard
Affected units
18,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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