Nutrilife 29% hydrogen peroxide one-gallon bottles recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 23, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Nutrilife Recalls Bottles of Hydrogen Peroxide Due to Fire, Burn Hazards

Recall number

17209

Brand / firm

Nutrilife Plant Products, of Canada

Sold / distributed

Plant food and hydroponic stores nationwide from November 2016 through July 2017 for about $33.

Why it was recalled

The bottle caps on the 29% hydrogen peroxide one-gallon bottles do not vent properly and can allow pressure to build up in the bottle and cause it to expand and rupture, posing fire and burn hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves Nutrilife Plant Products one-gallon/four-liter bottles of hydrogen peroxide (H202) liquid 29% oxidizer which is used as a source of oxygen for water, a preservative for fresh cut flowers, and to keep unwanted nutrient residuals clear in reservoirs, drippers and dripper lines. The plastic bottles are white with a blue/green label with a handle at the top. The Nutrilife logo, H202, Liquid 29% Oxidizer and "An Oxygen Source for Water" are printed on the front label. Open and closing instructions are printed on the bottle caps with indented lettering.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bottles of hydrogen peroxide, contact Nutrilife for safe handling instructions and to receive a free replacement bottle cap or for instructions on how to destroy the bottles and receive a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.