CR Brands, Inc., West Chester, OH product recalled over labeling errors

Recall date

January 21, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

CR Brands Recalls Mean Green Cleaner and Degreaser Products Due to Chemical Hazard

Recall number

15061

Brand / firm

CR Brands, Inc., West Chester, OH

Sold / distributed

Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, Fred's, Walmart and small retailers nationwide from August 2014 to November 2014 for between $1 and $8.

Why it was recalled

The products are labeled "Does not contain Ammonia." The products may contain ammonia. The mislabeling of the bottles can pose a chemical hazard to consumers. If ammonia is mixed with bleach or other household chemicals, irritating or toxic gases could be produced.

What was recalled

The recalled cleaning products came in white plastic spray bottles and white or green plastic containers. The words "Mean Green Super Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" or "Mean Green Industrial Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" are on a label on the front and the UPC number is on the back. The recall involves products with date codes 4225, 4226, 4227, 4228, 4229 and 4230. The date code is printed below the label on the bottle. The recalled units include: Size UPC Mean Green Super Strength Spray 20oz 720547001208 Mean Green Super Strength Spray 40oz 720547001406 Mean Green Super Strength 128oz 720547001017 Mean Green Industrial Strength 128oz 720547001024

What to do

Consumers who have a product with the UPC and date code should immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to the retailer for a replacement.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.