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August 31, 2023 • Recall #23787

DIYChemicals: Potassium Hydroxide/KOH Flakes and Sodium Hydroxide Recall — Chemboys LLC, of Liberty, Texas

Chemboys Recalls DIYChemicals Potassium and Sodium Hydroxide Products Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Packaging Requirement and Violation of FHSA Labeling Requirement (Recall Alert)

Recall Description

This recall involves Chemboys LLC's DIYChemicals potassium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide products. These products are commonly used for soapmaking and cleaning. The sodium hydroxide, also called lye or caustic soda, and the potassium hydroxide products were sold in a heat-sealed or resealable bag available from 200 gram to 10-pound sizes. "DIYChemicals" is printed on the front of the product packaging.

Hazards Identified

  • The products contain potassium hydroxide and sodium 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 Substances Act (FHSA) by not including mandatory information on the packaging.

Consumer Remedy

  • Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of sight and reach of children. Contact Chemboys to receive free replacement child resistant packaging and a new label. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by the firm.

Affected Products

Product NameTypeUnits Affected
DIYChemicals: Potassium Hydroxide/KOH Flakes and Sodium HydroxideN/AAbout 200
Recalled Potassium Hydroxide (KOH Flake)
Recalled Potassium Hydroxide (KOH Flake)
Manufacturers
Chemboys LLC, of Liberty, Texas
Retailers
Online at DIYChemicals.com, Amazon.com and Ebay.com from May 2021 to March 2023 from $10 to $85, depending on size.

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Product recall terms or points of contact can change. Verify instructions directly with the CPSC announcement page.

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