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CVS Drain Opener [DISCONTINUED]
CVS Drain Opener [DISCONTINUED]
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Drain Opener/Clog RemoverBRAND
CVSDATA LAST UPDATED
September 10, 2012
Ingredient concerns
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Health Concerns
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SOMEAsthma / Respiratory
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HIGHSkin Allergies & Irritation
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SOMEDevelopmental & Reproductive Toxicity
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SOMECancer
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MODERATEEnvironment
Ingredient scores
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SODIUM HYDROXIDE
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SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
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SODIUM SILICATE
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Ingredients from the label
caustic soda, sodium silicate, sodium hypochlorite bleach
Directions from Packaging
Read entire label before using. Do not mix with other cleaners or chemical drain openers. Keep hands and face away from drain while using Drain Opener. Open carefully. Do not squeeze bottle. Pour slowly. Do not splash in eyes, on skin or clothing. Never use a plunger or pressurized drain opener during or after using this product. Avoid contact with aluminum. When pouring over brass fixtures, rinse brass with water immediately afterwards. Keep children away from sinks containing Drain Opener. Clogged Drains: Use 1/2 bottle. Allow to work 30 minutes. Flush with hot water when drain clears. Repeat if necessary. For tough jobs, let stand overnight before flushing with hot water. Sluggish Drains: Use 1/3 bottle. Allow to stand 30 minutes then flush with warm water. Repeat if necessary. Prevent problems with regular usage: To keep drains clear, use 1/4 bottle weekly. Let stand 30 minutes. Flush with warm water.
Warnings
Clean up all spillage immediately. Do not reuse empty container. Rinse container and replace cap before discarding. Contains caustic soda, sodium silicate, and sodium hypochlorite bleach. Causes eye and skin burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and clothing. Do not take internally. Harmful or fatal when swallowed. Rinse any spills immediately with plenty of water. Do not use with ammonia, toilet bowl cleaners or other drain openers as splashing or the release of hazardous gases may occur. Emergency treatment eyes: Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately. Internal: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water or milk. Seek medical attention immediately. Skin: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children.
This product is not certified as a green cleaner.
Unknown:
Leading international certifiers PETA and Leaping Bunny have no information concerning this company’s use of animal testing.