Reported Feb 8, 2023
Colgate-Palmolive Recalls Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaners Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria
Colgate-Palmolive Company of New York
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner products and contact Colgate-Palmolive Company for a full refund or a free replacement product. To receive a refund or replacement, consumers should take a picture of the product's UPC and lot code and dispose of the product in its container with household trash. The consumer recall form can be found on www.fabulosorecall.com. Do not empty the product prior to disposal.
Firm contact: Colgate-Palmolive Company toll-free at 855-703-0166 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.Fabulosorecall.com or at www.Fabuloso.com and click on the banner at the top of the landing page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaners
- Amount recalled
- About 4.9 million (In addition, about 56,000 in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Online at Amazon.com and other websites and at Dollar General, Family Dollar, The Home Depot, Sam's Club, Walmart, and other major retailers nationwide from December 2022 through January 2023 for between $1 and $11..
Why it was recalled
The recalled products can contain Pseudomonas species bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Pseudomonas fluorescens, which are environmental organisms found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems, external medical devices, or underlying lung conditions who are exposed to the bacteria face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment. The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes, or through a break in the skin. People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria.
The agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported
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