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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 32,000 units
Recall No. 21-745 Published May 13, 2021

The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide

The products contain sodium and potassium 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 violates the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging. Manufactured by The Lye Guy and sold at TheLyeGuy.com from November 2008 – February 2021 for $6 to $9.

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Recalled The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide
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Recalled The Lye Guy Sodium Hydroxide

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Why it was recalled

The products contain sodium and potassium 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 violates 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 The Lye Guy for free replacement child resistant packaging and a new label. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerThe Lye Guy, of Pennellville, N.Y.
UnitsAbout 32,000
Made inUnited States
Sold atTheLyeGuy.com
Sales periodNovember 2008 – February 2021
Price$6 to $9

How to reach the firm

Phone
315-436-6560
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.thelyeguy.com

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