Recalls are often announced to protect consumers from potential illness or injury.
Check the following product recalls to ensure you do not use or consume any of the recently recalled products.
Clorox Pine-Sol Scented Cleaners
Clorox issued a recall on multiple scented cleaners within the Pine-Sol brand on October 25, due to the potential presence of bacteria–Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
The bacteria is often found in soil and water but can cause risk of serious infection if individuals with weakened immune systems or external medical devices are exposed.
“The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes, or through a break in the skin,” the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said. People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria."
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The recall does not include the Original Pine-Sol which is pine scented.
The following Pine-Sol products are included in the recall:
Pine-Sol Scented Multi-Surface Cleaners in Lavender Clean, Sparkling Wave, and Lemon Fresh scentsCloroxPro Pine-Sol All Purpose Cleaners, in Lavender Clean, Sparkling Wave, Lemon Fresh, and Orange Energy scentsClorox Professional Pine-Sol Lemon Fresh Cleaners.
Customers can contact Pine-Sol toll-free at 855-378-4982, by email at PineSolRecalls@inmar.com, or online at pinesolrecall.com and Pinesol.com by clicking on “Recall Information.”
Nestlé Chocolate Chip Cookies
Nestlé USA issued a voluntary recall on its refrigerated, ready-to-bake products—the Toll House Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough with Fudge Filling.
The recall was announced on October 14 due to the “potential presence” of plastic pieces.
A Nestlé spokesperson told Newsweek that its lab identified the plastic material “a material commonly used in food packaging—Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET).”
For further support, customers should contact Nestlé USA at 800-681-1676, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. ET.
Unilever Dry Shampoos
A voluntary recall was announced by Unilever, the parent company of many popular brands including Dove, Nexxus and TRESemmé, on October 18 due to “potentially elevated levels of benzene.”
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization (WHO) classifies benzene as “carcinogenic to humans.”
Sufficient evidence also found links between benzene and leukemia, multiple myeloma, and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
The chemical can sometimes hinder healthy cell function, which can affect bone marrow, white blood cells, and the immune system.
The following products are included in the recall:
Dove Dry Shampoo Volume and Fullness, Go ActiveDove Dry Shampoo in Fresh Coconut, Fresh and Floral, Ultra CleanDove Dry Shampoo Invisible, Detox and Purify, Clarifying CharcoalNexxus Dry Shampoo Refreshing MistNexxus Inergy Foam ShampooSuave Dry Shampoo Hair RefresherSuave Professionals Dry Shampoo Refresh and ReviveTresemme Dry Shampoo Volumizing, Fresh and CleanTresemme Pro Pure Dry ShampooBed Head Oh Bee Hive Dry Shampoo, VolumizingBed Head Dirty Secret Dry ShampooBed Head Rockaholic Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo
Abbott Infant Formula
Abbott, a popular infant formula plant, issued a voluntary recall on all its two-ounce Ready-to-Feed Liquid Products due to potential spoilage.
“A small percentage of bottles in the recalled lots have bottle caps that may not have sealed completely, which could result in spoilage,” a company announcement read. “If spoiled product is consumed, gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting could result.”
The following products are included in the recall:
Pedialyte Electrolyte SolutionSimilac Pro-Total ComfortSimilac 360 Total CareSimilac 360 Total Care SensitiveSimilac Special Care 24Similac Stage 1Similac Water (Sterilized)Similac NeoSure
Individuals can check the lot number on the bottom of the product container and compare it to the recalled numbers at this website or call 800-986-8540 for more information.
Bob Evans Farms Italian Pork Sausage
On October 21, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a voluntary recall on Bob Evans Farms Italian pork sausage products due to potential contamination.
The recall was issued after the firm received consumer complaints about “thin blue rubber” pieces inside the product. A spokesperson from Bob Evans told Newsweek the contaminant was confirmed to be a food-grade disposable glove.
While there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions after consumption, anyone concerned about injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
The following products were recalled:
One-pound chubs containing “Bob Evans Italian Sausage” with lot code XEN3663466 and a “USE/FRZ BY” date of 11/26/22, with a time stamp between 14:43 and 15:25.
Consumers with questions can contact Geo Money, Director of Communications, Bob Evans Foods Inc. at 440-463-3264 or George.money@bobevansfoods.com
Newsweek reached out to Unilever, Abbott, and Clorox for comment.
Update 10/26/22 3:04 p.m. ET: This article was updated with comment from a Bob Evans Farm Inc. spokesperson.
