DuPont Recalls Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Due to Leaking Cap Hazard

Plain-English summary

DuPont, of Wilmington, Del., is recalling about 20,000 bottles of Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner. The product is used to clean ceramic and porcelain tile and grout and was sold in silver-colored one-quart plastic bottles with the UPC code 6-69009-71003-9. The bottles were sold at Lowe's stores from March 2008 through October 2008 for about $7 each.

The recall is due to a defect where pressure can build up in full or nearly full bottles when stored in elevated temperatures for an extended period. This pressure can cause the cleaner to leak from underneath the cap. If the acidic cleaner comes into contact with skin, it can cause severe skin irritation. Lowe's has received two reports of leaking bottles, with one consumer reporting temporary skin irritation and another reporting skin peeling.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bottles if there are signs of leakage. Even if there are no signs of leakage, consumers should use gloves when handling the bottles. Consumers should not return the product to Lowe's but should contact DuPont toll-free at (888) 241-2780 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free replacement bottle cap.

The recalled product

Product

Heavy Duty Acidic Cleaner Bottles

Manufacturer

DuPont, of Wilmington, Del.

Category

Consumer Product — Cleaning Products

Hazard

• chemical-burn
• skin-irritation

Affected units

20,000

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