Safrax ODOR-CLO2 Air Freshener Recalled Due to Improper Labelling

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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Health Canada has recalled the Safrax ODOR-CLO2 Chlorine Dioxide Odor Removal Air Freshener & Deodorizer due to improper labelling and lack of child-resistant packaging.

What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Health Canada on June 16, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

The recalled product does not meet the labelling and child-resistant packaging requirements of the Consumer Chemicals and Containers Regulations, 2001 under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. The lack of appropriate labelling information and child-resistant packaging could result in unintentional exposure to the product and lead to serious illness or injury including death.

Which Products Are Affected

This recall involves the Safrax ODOR-CLO2 Chlorine Dioxide Odor Removal- Air Freshener & Deodorizer. The white, blue, and red plastic packages (500g) contain tablets and are identified by ASIN B09LDCNKGY on Amazon.ca or the UPC 00860007140822. A total of 42 units were sold in Canada from January 2026 to March 2026.

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recall product and dispose of it according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines. For more information, consumers can contact Utopia Distribute by telephone at 647-647-4597, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday to Friday or by email at contact@utopiadistribute.com.

Why This Matters

The lack of appropriate labelling and child-resistant packaging could result in unintentional exposure leading to serious illness or injury including death.

Source

Health Canada

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Health Canada recall.

What is this Health Canada recall about?
Health Canada has recalled the Safrax ODOR-CLO2 Chlorine Dioxide Odor Removal Air Freshener & Deodorizer due to improper labelling and lack of child-resistant packaging.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Canada. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Product & Food Recalls updates?
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