Claire-Sprayway Recalls Fabric Protector Due to Respiratory Hazard

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3D Fabric Protector from Claire-Sprayway. (Image credit: CPSC.)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Claire-Sprayway Inc., of Addison, Ill., today announced a voluntary recall of about 73,500 cans of Fabric Protector.

Hazard: Overexposure to fumes, vapor or spray mist from the product can pose a serious respiratory hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 36 incidents of overexposure to fumes, vapor or spray mist, 34 of which involved coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath. One incident resulted in a serious respiratory injury.

Description: The recall involves fabric protector which is an aerosol coating used to protect fabric. The fabric protector was sold under the following brand names: Sprayway

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