CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

One of the components of the composite cleaner can react with metal foil residue on the packaging, releasing heat and chlorine gas. This poses a fire and inhalation hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • April 2, 2008

Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard

This recall involves the Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner #3502. The deck cleaner is a granular concentrate that, when mixed with water, is used to clean composite surfaces such as decks, railings, steps, fences and siding. It was sold in a 2-pound plastic container. The label on the container reads: "Cabot Composite Cleaner" and has number 3502 at the bottom of the front of the label.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. If the container looks deformed or if it feels hot to the touch, immediately call Cabot anytime to arrange for the safe handling of the product.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Cabot at (877) 755-3336, or visit the company's Web site at www.cabotstain.com/recall

Recall Details

Sold At
Home improvement centers and hardware stores nationwide from February 2007 through February 2008 for about $20.
Injuries
Cabot has received one report of the composite cleaner's plastic container partially melting and emitting a chlorine odor. No injuries were reported.
Recall Number
08237

Product Information

Product Name
Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner
Product Type
Cleaners/Cleaning Products
Number of Units
About 24,000
Distributed By
Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (877) 755-3336
Website www.cabotstain.com/recall
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Cabot at (877) 755-3336, or visit the company's Web site at www.cabotstain.com/recall