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Redken 5th Avenue NYC Recalls Guts Spray Mousse Foam Due to Risk of Rupture

Reported: April 12, 2011 Initiated: April 12, 2011 #11194

Product Description

This recall involves Redken Guts 10 Volume Spray Mousse Foam sold in 10.58- and 2-ounce size cans. The hair styling product was sold in a silver container with black writing. "Redken" and "10" are printed on the front of the product. The product can be identified by a lot code printed on the bottom of the can. Lot codes included in this recall include: - Any can with lot codes that does not contain a G or H as the third digit - Any can with the following lot codes: 32G10Y, 32G11Y, 32G20Y, 32G21Y, 32G23Y, 32G40Y, 32G41Y, 32G60Y, 32G61Y, 32G62Y, 32G70Y

Reason for Recall

The aerosol container's liner can corrode over time, posing a risk of the cans rupturing and expelling its contents.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mousse, record the product's lot code then discard the contents by spraying it into a waste container in a well ventilated area. Prior to disposing of the container, consumers should obtain the lot code from the container, then contact Redken for information on receiving a refund of the purchase price.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Redken Guts 10 Volume Spray Mousse Foam sold in 10.58- and 2-ounce size cans. The hair styling product was sold in a silver container with black writing. "Redken" and "10" are printed on the front of the product. The product can be identified by a lot code printed on the bottom of the can. Lot codes included in this recall include: - Any can with lot codes that does not contain a G or H as the third digit - Any can with the following lot codes: 32G10Y, 32G11Y, 32G20Y, 32G21Y, 32G23Y, 32G40Y, 32G41Y, 32G60Y, 32G61Y, 32G62Y, 32G70Y. Recalled by Redken 5th Avenue NYC of New York, NY. Units affected: About 1 million.
Why was this product recalled?
The aerosol container's liner can corrode over time, posing a risk of the cans rupturing and expelling its contents.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mousse, record the product's lot code then discard the contents by spraying it into a waste container in a well ventilated area. Prior to disposing of the container, consumers should obtain the lot code from the container, then contact Redken for information on receiving a refund of the purchase price.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 12, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11194.