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Sherwin-Williams Recalls Krylon Glaze and Acrylic Due to Fire Hazard

Recall 12-259 · August 28, 2012 · Sherwin-Williams

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Sherwin-Williams for a refund.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
12-259 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 28, 2012
Brand
Sherwin-Williams
Category
Candles and household goods
Products
Krylon® Triple Thick Crystal Clear Glaze and Krylon® Indoor/Outdoor Crystal Clear Acrylic Paint
Hazard
Fire Hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 98,400
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
May 6, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves 12-ounce cans of Krylon ® Triple Thick Glaze and 11-ounce Krylon® Indoor/Outdoor Crystal Clear satin acrylic finish. Batch code HL1311FV, HL2081KL or HL2081MN is printed on the bottom of the can, along with UPC code 075577005000 or 724504035305. The Krylon logo is printed on the front of the white spray can with a translucent top.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Krylon® Triple Thick Crystal Clear Glaze and Krylon® Indoor/Outdoor Crystal Clear Acrylic Paint · About 98,400 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Ace Hardware, Ben Franklin, Do It Best Corp., Kmart, Lowes, Pat Catan's, Walmart and other retail stores nationwide between July 2011 and June 2012 for about $7.; Sherwin-Williams Company, of Cleveland, Ohio.

Injuries or incidents reported

Sherwin-Williams has received 31 reports of leaking canisters, including reports of property damage from leaking paint. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, please contact Sherwin-Williams toll-free at (888) 304-3769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.sherwin-williams.com

Recall history and context

Sherwin-Williams appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all Sherwin-Williams recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Krylon® Triple Thick Crystal Clear Glaze and Krylon® Indoor/Outdoor Crystal Clear Acrylic Paint (About 98,400 units). This recall involves 12-ounce cans of Krylon ® Triple Thick Glaze and 11-ounce Krylon® Indoor/Outdoor Crystal Clear satin acrylic finish.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Sherwin-Williams for a refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 6, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.