Sodium Hydroxide Drain Cleaner - Labeling Violation (2020)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
100% Sodium Hydroxide Drain Cleaner
Brand
Belle Chemical, of Billings, Mont.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Belle Chemical, of Billings, Mont. is recalling 100% Sodium Hydroxide Drain Cleaner. The hazard is: The product contains sodium hydroxide. The label on the product violates the Federal Hazardous Subst. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves sodium hydroxide drain cleaner sold in a 2-pound white plastic bottle with a red and black label and includes a child-resistant closure. Belle Chemical, Sodium Hydroxide and 100% Sodium Hydroxide Drain Cleaner are printed on the label.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The product contains sodium hydroxide. The label on the product violates the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) by omitting the word "poison" for poisonous chemicals and the mandatory hazard statement on the front on the packaging.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately store the recalled product in a safe location out of reach of children and contact Belle Chemical for a free replacement label to put on the product.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026