Sherwin-Williams Co. Recalls Krylon UV Fabric Protector Due to Respiratory Hazard
Recall 09036 · Nov 4, 2008 · Sherwin-Williams Co.
75,000
units affected
75,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09036
- Date
- Nov 4, 2008
- Company
- Sherwin-Williams Co.
- Units affected
- 75,000
- Product
- Krylon "Outdoor Spaces" UV Fabric Protector
- Product type
- Paint & Coating Items
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
The recall involves Krylon "Outdoor Spaces" UV Fabric Protector, which is an aerosol coating used to protect fabric. The part number (#2900) is printed above the UPC (724504029007) on the side of the can. The front of the 11-ounce aerosol can is tan with a picture of a patio containing outdoor furniture. "UV Fabric Protector" and "Outdoor Spaces" are also printed on the front of the can.
What can happen
Overexposure to fumes, vapor or spray mist from the product can pose a serious respiratory hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Sherwin-Williams has received one report of an incident involving a consumer who experienced coughing and difficulty breathing requiring overnight hospitalization.
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart, Ace Hardware and other retail stores nationwide from January 2006 through September 2008 for about $7.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled krylon "outdoor spaces" uv fabric protector?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Overexposure to fumes, vapor or spray mist from the product can pose a serious respiratory hazard to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.