Sherwin-Williams Co. Krylon UV Fabric Protector recall: Respiratory Hazard
Sherwin-Williams Co. Recalls Krylon UV Fabric Protector Due to Respiratory Hazard
Why was Sherwin-Williams Co. Krylon UV Fabric Protector recalled?
Overexposure to fumes, vapor or spray mist from the product can pose a serious respiratory hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, call Sherwin-Williams toll-free at (888) 304-3769 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sherwin-williams.com or www.krylon.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.
Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?
UPC: 724504029007
- Product
- Krylon "Outdoor Spaces" UV Fabric Protector
- Company
- The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 75,000
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart, Ace Hardware and other retail stores nationwide from January 2006 through September 2008 for about $7.
- Recall date
- November 4, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- Sherwin-Williams has received one report of an incident involving a consumer who experienced coughing and difficulty breathing requiring overnight hospitalization.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.