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Archived – Krylon “Outdoor Spaces” UV Fabric Protector
- Starting date:
- October 1, 2008
- Posting date:
- October 1, 2008
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Household Items, Miscellaneous
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-500001823
Affected products
Krylon "Outdoor Spaces" UV Fabric Protector
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 (724504429005) 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.
Hazard identified
Over-exposure to fumes, vapour or spray mist from the product can pose a serious respiratory hazard to consumers.
The U.S. manufacturer, Sherwin-Williams Co., has received one report of an incident involving a consumer who experienced coughing and difficulty breathing requiring overnight hospitalization.
Health Canada has not received reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of the UV Fabric Protector.
Number sold
Approximately 67,806 containers of the UV Fabric Protector were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The UV Fabric Protector was sold from January 2006 to September 2008 at various retail stores across Canada.
Place of origin
Manufactured in the United States.
Companies
- Manufacturer
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Sherwin-Williams Company
Cleveland
Ohio
UNITED STATES
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product.
Consumers may return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund.
For additional information, consumers may call Sherwin-Williams toll-free at 1-888-304-3769 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site or Krylon's Web site.