AFFECTED

Clorox is recalling around 37 million units of Pine Sol multi-surface cleaner that may contain bacteria, posing a risk of infection for people with weakened immune systems.

“The recalled products may contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental organism found widely in soil and water,” the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Tuesday. “The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes, or through a break in the skin.”

The original Pine-Sol in pine scent is not included in the recall.

The company is advising anyone in possession of these scented Pine-Sol products to stop using the supplies if they have codes printed on the bottle beginning with “A4” followed by a five-digit number less than 22249, which identifies products made before September 2022.

The company has said it will issue a refund to those clients affected by the recall, which includes about 37 million cleaning products made between January and September. Consumers should take a photo of the bottle’s 12-digit UPC code and date code before throwing out the bottle to get their refund, which they can request at a new website set up to handle the recall.

Affected products

Foster’s is affected by this recall.

The company is recalling the following products:

• Pine-Sol multi-surface cleaners in Lavender Clean, Sparkling Wave and Lemon Fresh scents.
• Clorox Pro Pine-Sol all-purpose cleaners in Lavender Clean, Sparkling Wave, Lemon Fresh and Orange Energy scents.
• Clorox Professional Pine-Sol Lemon Fresh.

If consumers have products matching the above description in their possession, they should dispose of it immediately.

Any unopened affected product may be returned to your local Foster’s for a full refund with the original receipt.

Foster’s is affected by this recall.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out by email
([email protected]) or by phone (345-945-3663).