August 17, 2023 • Recall #23782
Midwest Lubricants Recalls Sodium Hydroxide Products Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Packaging and FHSA Labeling Requirements (Recall Alert)
Recall Description
This recall involves Midwest Lubricants 99% Pure Sodium Hydroxide Caustic Soda Beads sold in a white 10-pound bottle. Midwest Lubricants, 99% Pure Sodium Hydroxide/Lye, and Caustic Soda Beads are printed on the red, blue, and white label.
Hazards Identified
- The product contains 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 omitting the 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 and contact Midwest Lubricants for a free replacement with child resistant packaging and a new label. Midwest Lubricants and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Affected Products
| Product Name | Type | Units Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Midwest Lubricants Sodium Hydroxide | N/A | About 3,000 |
Recalled Midwest Lubricants 99% Pure Sodium Hydroxide Caustic Soda Beads
Manufacturers
Midwest Lubricants, of Fredericktown, Missouri
Retailers
Online at MidwestLubricants.com and Amazon.com from January 2020 through June 2023 for about $44.
Verify Official Notice
Product recall terms or points of contact can change. Verify instructions directly with the CPSC announcement page.
View Official CPSC Notice