Church & Dwight Initiates Voluntary Recall of Select Vitamins Due to Isolated Manufacturing Issue

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Church & Dwight Co. (NYSE:CHD) announced a voluntary recall of vitafusion gummy products due to potential contamination with metallic mesh material. The recall affects products manufactured between October 29 and November 3, 2020, following investigations into two consumer reports. No consumer illnesses have been reported. The company is working with the FDA and has provided a list of affected products along with their UPCs and lot codes. Consumers are advised to stop using the products and contact the company for a refund.

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EWING, N.J., April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:CHD) today initiated a voluntary recall of select vitafusion gummy products after the Company's investigation of two consumer reports identified the possible presence of a metallic mesh material in product lots manufactured in a four-day period between October 29 and November 3, 2020. The Company is not aware of any reports of consumer illness or injury to-date. In some severe cases, ingesting a metallic material could lead to damage of the digestive tract.

Church & Dwight is coordinating closely with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and following all relevant protocols. The recalled gummy vitamin products are listed below with the Universal Product Code (UPC) and Lot Code. No other products are included in this recall. These products were distributed to in-store and e-commerce retailers from November 13, 2020 through April 9, 2021.

Consumers who have purchased one of the products listed below should stop consumption immediately. Please call our dedicated Consumer Affairs 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 Affairs team Monday through Friday, 9am – 5pm ET. In the event of illness or injury, consumers can contact Safety Call at +1 (888) 234-1828.

RECALLED PRODUCT LIST

Reference to identify affected plastic bottled gummy vitamin products via Universal Product Code (UPC) and Lot Code.

Product Name	Product UPC	Lot Codes	Expiration Date
vitafusion MultiVites 150ct	0-27917-01919-2	WA03044959	4/22
vitafusion Fiber Well 220ct	0-27917-01984-0	WA03087520  WA02487524  WA03086273	11/22 9/22 11/22
vitafusion Fiber Well 90ct	0-27917-01890-4	WA02187020   WA03086671   WA03087521	8/22 11/22 11/22
vitafusion Melatonin 140ct	0-27917-02671-8	WA03076990   WA03077852  WA02608988	11/22 11/22 9/22
vitafusion Melatonin 44ct	0-27917-28011-0	WA03076270	11/22
vitafusion SleepWell 250ct	0-27917-02524-7	WA03077414	11/22
vitafusion Kids Melatonin 50ct	0-27917-00170-8	WA03076268	11/22

Media Contact:
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ChurchDwightMedia@edelman.com

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. founded in 1846, is located in Ewing, New Jersey. For more information, visit the Company's website at ChurchDwight.com.

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FAQ

What products were recalled by Church & Dwight on April 20, 2021?

Church & Dwight recalled select vitafusion gummy products due to possible contamination with metallic mesh material.

What is the reason for the recall of vitafusion products?

The recall was initiated after reports indicated the possible presence of metallic mesh material in certain product lots.

Is there any reported illness related to the vitafusion product recall?

As of the recall announcement, Church & Dwight is not aware of any reports of consumer illness or injury.

How can consumers get a refund for the recalled vitafusion products?

Consumers can contact Church & Dwight's dedicated Consumer Affairs team at +1 (800) 981-4710 for a full refund.

Which lot codes are affected in the Church & Dwight recall?

The recall affects specific lot codes for products including vitafusion MultiVites, Fiber Well, and Melatonin, as detailed in their press release.