Henkel Corporation is voluntarily recalling one of its Schwarzkopf Professional hair styling products sold in 12 states because of a packaging defect that could cause the aerosol can to leak and potentially explode under pressure.
The recall affects certain batches of Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip Extra Strong Mousse, 6.76-ounce (200 mL) cans, sold to salons and consumers in the United States, according to an Aug. 11 announcement published by the Food and Drug Administration.
Henkel said the issue stems from a potential packaging imperfection that may allow product to leak from the aluminum can under pressure, creating an explosion risk. The company said it has received one customer complaint and two reports from salons related to the issue.
One customer reported bruising to a hand, and no other injuries have been identified.
Here's what consumers need to know about this voluntary recall.
Which Schwarzkopf products are being recalled?
The recall includes Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip Extra Strong Mousse in 6.76-ounce (200 mL) aluminum cans with any of the following batch codes printed on the back of the bottle:
2901X4577N, 2901X4578N, 290265P91O, 290665Q30O, 290855N31O, 290866R38P, 290994281N, 291046L06P, 291174W17N, 291435H76O, 291435H77O, 291455N33O, 291515A59O, 291515A99O, 291515B01O, 291555N33O, 291615B01O, 291616B68P, 291716B69P, 291825E96O, 291925E96O, 292015B73O, 2928Y538BO, 2928Y539BO and 293066U32P.
Henkel said no other Schwarzkopf products are included in the recall, and Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip 6.76-ounce mousse with batch codes not listed in the recall is safe to use.
Where was the recalled hair mousse sold?
The recalled product was distributed in the following 12 states:
- Alaska
- Arizona
- California
- Florida
- Michigan
- Missouri
- New Jersey
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Texas
- Washington
Henkel said the mousse was sold to both hair professionals and consumers at the retail level.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who purchased one of the affected products are encouraged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Customers with questions can contact Henkel customer specialists at 1-800-234-4672 Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT and Friday from 6 a.m. to noon PT.
Reporter Anthony Thompson can be reached at ajthompson@usatodayco.com, or on X @athompsonUSAT
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