CPSC recall 20093
Sodium Hydroxide, Lye/Caustic Soda and Potassium Hydroxide, Caustic Potash Ash
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2020-03-18
On 2020-03-18 the CPSC announced a recall of Sodium Hydroxide, Lye/Caustic Soda and Potassium Hydroxide, Caustic Potash Ash by Belle Chemical, citing the products contain sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20093 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2020-03-18 |
| Published | 2020-03-18 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Belle Chemical |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Sodium Hydroxide, Lye/Caustic Soda and Potassium Hydroxide, Caustic Potash Ash | This recall involves sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide products that are sold in three sizes: 4 ounce, 8-ounce and 1-pound. The products are labeled as being used for soaps, cleaners, water treatment, food preparation, pH buffer and metal dissolution. The potassium hydroxide products and the 4-ounce and 8-ounce sodium hydroxide products are sold in black resealable bags; the 1-pound sodium hydroxide product is sold in a white resealable bag. The sodium hydroxide product is stated as being food grade.
Reason
The products contain sodium hydroxide or 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 product violates the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" for poisonous chemicals and the mandatory hazard statement on the front on the packaging.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
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