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Pine-Sol® Scented Multi-Surface Cleaners recalled due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria

Issued October 27, 2022
Issue
The recalled products may contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems or external medical devices who are exposed to Pseudomonas aeruginosa 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. As of October 26, 2022, the company has not received any reports of incidents or illness in Canada.
Hazard description
Microbial hazard
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalls product, dispose of the product in its container with household trash or by pouring it down the toilet or drain, and contact The Clorox Company for a refund. Consumers should take a picture of the date code, dispose of the product in its container with household trash or by pouring it down the toilet or drain, and contact The Clorox Company toll-free at 855-378-4982, Monday to Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST, or online at pinesolrecall.ca for a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact The Clorox Company toll-free at 855-378-4982, Monday to Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST or online at pinesolrecall.ca . Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada. Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form . This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website . You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Product
Product name
Pine-Sol® Scented Multi-Surface Cleaner in Lavender Clean®, Lemon Fresh, and Mandarin Sunrise® Scents
Reference
ID
RA-72089