The Thompson's Company Recalls Aerosol Waterproofing Wood and Masonry Protectors Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 20056. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The contents of the cans can react with the package, causing rust to form along the can seam, which could spread to other areas of the can and create pinhole leaks. Leaking propellant poses a fire hazard when it comes into contact with sources of ignition. Leaking sealer can also result in property damage.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using Thompson's WaterSeal Waterproofing Wood Protector and Masonry Protector in aerosol cans, discard the products in accordance with local requirements and contact The Thompson's Company for a full refund.
CPSC recall 20056 has the recall date 14 Jan 2020. The notice names the firm The Thompson's. The recall has about 852,000 units. The median CPSC recall of 2020 has 6,100 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Fire.
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More of the notice
The hazard and the remedy are at the top of the page. Each quotation is the text of CPSC.
| Incidents and injuries | The Thompson's Company received approximately 18 reports of leaking cans from retailers. No injuries, fires, or property damage were reported. |
|---|---|
| Units | 852,000 |
| Remedy options | Refund |
| Description | This recall involves Thompson's WaterSeal waterproofing wood and masonry protectors in aerosol cans. The products are used to coat exterior wood to prevent water damage. The aerosol cans are 11 ounces and have a green or blue cap. "Thompson's WaterSeal," "Wood Protector" or "Masonry Protector," the item number and UPC code are printed on the can. Thompson's WaterSeal Waterproofing Wood Protector Aerosol Item #: TH.041800-18 UPC: 032053418006 Thompson's WaterSeal Signature Series Aerosol Item #: TH.091800-18 UPC: 032053918001 Thompson's WaterSeal Waterproofer Plus Wood Protector Aerosol Item #: TH.011800-18 UPC: 032053118005 Thompson's WaterSeal Waterproofer Plus Masonry Protector Aerosol Item #: TH.023100-18 UPC: 032053231001 |
| Product | Thompson's® WaterSeal® Waterproofing Wood Protector and Masonry Protector in Aerosol Cans, About 852,000 |
| Sold at | Lowe's Home Improvement, Walmart, Menards, Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2014 through September 2019 for about $8. |
| Manufacturer | The Thompson's Company |
| Made in | United States |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 852,000Median of 2020: 6,100
- CPSC recalls of 2020
- 257
- Recalls of 2020 with one of the same hazards
- 20%
- Recalls on the register that name The Thompson's
- 1
Official channels
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 20056. https://recallregister.com/product/8726-the-thompson-s-company-recalls-aerosol-waterproofing-wood-and-masonry/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 20056 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
The Thompson's Company received approximately 18 reports of leaking cans from retailers. No injuries, fires, or property damage were reported.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Lowe's Home Improvement, Walmart, Menards, Home Depot and other stores nationwide from February 2014 through September 2019 for about $8.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 20056?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Refund
- How many units are in CPSC recall 20056?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 852,000