Church & Dwight Issues National Recall of One Specific Lot of TheraBreath Strawberry Splash for Kids 16oz Sold Exclusively on Amazon Between May 31 and September 02, 2023, due to microbial contamination identified as yeast (Candida parapsilosis).
- Voluntary recall shows commitment to consumer safety
- Potential negative impact on sales and reputation
EWING, N.J., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE: CHD) today initiated a voluntary recall of one specific lot of ThereaBreath Strawberry Splash for Kids 16oz after the Company identified a microbial contamination due to the presence of yeast (Candida Parapsilosis) in lot #PA3083011 of TheraBreath Strawberry Splash for Kids 16 oz, to the consumer level and sold exclusively on Amazon between May 31 and September 02, 2023.
No other TheraBreath products or other lots of TheraBreath Strawberry Splash for Kids are included in this recall.
The use of the affected product in immune compromised individuals could potentially result in severe or life-threatening adverse events such as fungemia or disseminated fungal infection. In non-immunocompromised individuals who recently underwent oral surgery or dental procedures resulting in mucosal barrier disruption (e.g., tooth extraction) the use of the defective product may result in infectious complications, but in this population the infections may be less severe and may be more readily responsive to treatment. We continue to monitor, investigate, and respond to any consumer inquiries.
TheraBreath Strawberry Splash for Kids is indicated as an anti-cavity mouthwash for adults and children 6 years of age and older. The lot of recalled mouthwash product is listed below with the Universal Product Code (UPC) and Lot number. Church & Dwight is coordinating closely with the
Consumers who have purchased the product listed below should stop consumption immediately. Please call our Consumer Relations team at +1 (800) 981-4710 before disposing of the product, and we will provide a full refund. Any additional questions can also be directed to our Consumer Relations team Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm ET.
Consumers who want to verify if their product is affected by the issue may do at www.churchdwightrecall.com.
Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.
- Complete and submit the report Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
- Regular Mail or Fax: Download form www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178.
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the
RECALLED PRODUCT LIST
Reference to identify affected products via Universal Product Code (UPC) and Lot Code.
Product Name | TheraBreath Strawberry Splash Kids 16oz |
Product # | 20509730 |
Lot # | PA3083011 |
UPC # | 6 97029 70000 6 |
ASIN | B0BTDVVTGL |
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