Recalls / 2005-08-31

CPSC, Tile Perfect Inc. Announce Recall of Stand'n Seal Grout Sealer Due to Respiratory Problems

05253 · Recalled 2005-08-31 · CPSC page

Description

The product is marketed under the brand name of Tile Perfect™ Stand'n Seal "Spray-On" Grout Sealer. The date/lot codes are printed on the bottom of the can. All cans with date/lot codes starting with the following six digits are included in the recall: A20985; A30985; A10995; A20995; A30995; A11015; A21015; A31015; A11025; A21445; A31445; A11455; A21455; A31455; A11465; A21465. Units with other date/lot codes have been reformulated and are not subject to this recall.

Hazards

The product's odor is not chemically pungent enough to force consumers to minimize their exposure to the fumes. Consumers overexposed to these fumes can experience respiratory-related illness.

Reported injuries

There have been 88 reports from consumers who have had adverse reactions after using the aerosol product, including 28 confirmed reports of overexposure resulting in respiratory symptoms for which medical attention was sought for coughing, irritation, difficulty breathing, dizziness and disorientation. Thirteen individuals required medical treatment including overnight hospitalization.

Remedy

Consumers should not use the aerosol product and return it to the Home Depot for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Stand'n Seal Spray-On Grout Sealer sold in 2005		About 300,000 cans

Parties

Distributor: Tile Perfect, a division of Roanoke Companies Group Inc., of Aurora, Ill.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Exclusively at Home Depot Stores

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can contact Tile Perfect Division at (800) 552-6225 Ext. 2572 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.standandseal.com

Source: CPSC recall 05253. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.