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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 960 units
Recall No. 21-743 Published May 13, 2021

Sodium Hydroxide Flakes, Pure Lye, Caustic Soda Drain Cleaner and Sodium Hydroxide Flake (Caustic Soda Flake)

The products contain sodium hydroxide, which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes. In addition, the label on the products violate the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging. Manufactured by Alliance Chemical and sold at Alliancechemical.com, Amazon.com and eBay.com from August 2020 – February 2021 for $20 to $30.

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Sodium Hydroxide Flakes, Pure Lye, Caustic Soda Drain Cleaner and Sodium Hydroxide Flake (Caustic Soda Flake)
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Why it was recalled

The products contain sodium hydroxide, which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes. In addition, the label on the products violate the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging.

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No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of sight and reach of children. Contact Alliance Chemical for a free replacement child resistant packaging and label to put on the product. Alliance Chemical is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerAlliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas
UnitsAbout 960
Made inUnited States
Sold atAlliancechemical.com, Amazon.com and eBay.com
Sales periodAugust 2020 – February 2021
Price$20 to $30

How to reach the firm

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512-365-6838
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday
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