Belle Chemical Recalls Drain Cleaner Product Due to Violation of FHSA Labeling Requirement

Recall date

March 18, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

20094

Brand / firm

Belle Chemical, of Billings, Mont.

Sold / distributed

Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Ebay.com, Bonanza.com, Jet.com, Etsy.com and Bellechemical.com from February 2017 through January 2020 for between $5 and $8.

Why it was recalled

The product contains sodium hydroxide. 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.

What was recalled

This recall involves sodium hydroxide drain cleaner sold in a 2-pound white plastic bottle with a red and black label and includes a child-resistant closure. Belle Chemical, Sodium Hydroxide and 100% Sodium Hydroxide Drain Cleaner are printed on the label.

What to do

Consumers should immediately store the recalled product in a safe location out of reach of children and contact Belle Chemical for a free replacement label to put on the product.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.