Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas Alliance Chemical Recalls Sodium Hydroxide Products Due to Failure to Meet Child Recall 2021
Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, TexasIssued May 13, 2021
Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas Alliance Chemical Recalls Sodium Hydroxide Products Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement and Violation of FHSA Labeling (Recall Alert) — recalled per CPSC on 5/13/2021. Reason: The products contain 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 products violate the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging..
What to do right now
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Stop using it
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Return or dispose
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Summary of the official CPSC notice issued May 13, 2021. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on cpsc.gov
What's recalled
This recall involves sodium hydroxide drain cleaner sold in a 2-pound white plastic bottle with a continuous thread closure cap. Alliance Chemical, Sodium Hydroxide Flakes, Pure Lye, Caustic Soda, NaOH, and Drain Cleaner are printed on the blue and white label. The second recalled product involves sodium hydroxide sold in a 5-pound clear bag with a white and black label that states Sodium Hydroxide Flake and Caustic Soda Flake.
Why it was recalled
The products contain 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 products violate the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" and other mandatory information on the packaging.
Where was it sold1 state
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas recall still active?
Yes, this recall is currently active as of May 13, 2021. Do not use or consume the affected product.
How do I know if my Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas is affected?
All units of Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas matching the description above are affected.
What should I do if I have the recalled Alliance Chemical, of Taylor, Texas?
Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.