Product recallOPSS
Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector recalled over an injury risk
Product recall for Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector presenting a risk of injuries as the tin lid may pop off due to excess gassing created within the tin.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 5021523218500
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- M44479
- M44491
What to do now
Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2208-0363). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector presenting a risk of injuries as the tin lid may pop off due to excess gassing created within the tin.
The risk
The product may present a risk of injuries due to excess gassing created within the tin, leading to increased pressure & popping of lids which can cause the material to land on consumers.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users. (See below for more information)
Advice to consumers
Recall of the product from end users. For more information, please see: https://www.diy.com/product-information/product-recall
Additional information
PSD case number: 2208-0363
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Paint in a 5kg tin, with a handle. The tin has a large picture printed with the brand name and product name. The product is widely available online.
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Questions
Why has Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector been recalled?
Bostik Aluminium Solar Protector could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and batch code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
