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Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Units Affected
24,000
Recall Date
April 2, 2008
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn
Home Improvement Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide From February 2007 Through February 2008 For About $20. recall product photo 1

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4263.

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.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4263.

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.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Home Improvement Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide From February 2007 Through February 2008 For About $20. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4263.

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

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Home Improvement Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide From February 2007 Through February 2008 For About $20. Recall FAQ

Home Improvement Centers And Hardware Stores Nationwide From February 2007 Through February 2008 For About $20. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard. The notice was published on April 2, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 24,000 units are potentially affected.