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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 3,000 units
Recall No. 23-782 Published August 17, 2023

Midwest Lubricants Sodium Hydroxide

The product contains 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 product violates the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) by omitting the mandatory information on the packaging. Manufactured by Midwest Lubricants and sold at MidwestLubricants.com and Amazon.com from January 2020 – June 2023 for about $44.

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Recalled Midwest Lubricants 99% Pure Sodium Hydroxide Caustic Soda Beads
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Recalled Midwest Lubricants 99% Pure Sodium Hydroxide Caustic Soda Beads

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Why it was recalled

The product contains 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 product violates the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) by omitting the mandatory information on the packaging.

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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 and contact Midwest Lubricants for a free replacement with child resistant packaging and a new label. Midwest Lubricants and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerMidwest Lubricants, of Fredericktown, Missouri
UnitsAbout 3,000
Made inUnited States
Sold atMidwestLubricants.com and Amazon.com
Sales periodJanuary 2020 – June 2023
PriceAbout $44

How to reach the firm

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833-791-7335
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
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