The Laundress Laundry and Household Cleaning Products
- Affected
- Laundry detergents, fabric conditioners, stain solutions, household cleaners, dish liquid products sold in various sizes and container styles. A full list of products in scope of the recall are available at the following link: Product Recall List
- The problem
- The recalled products can contain bacteria, including Burkholderia cepacia complex, Klebsiella aerogenes and multiple different species of Pseudomonas. People with weakened immune systems, external medical devices, and underlying lung conditions who are exposed to the bacteria face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment
- What to do
- The product has been recalled from end users. (See below for more information)
Product information
| Type | Chemical products – Laundry and Household Cleaning Products |
|---|---|
| Affected products | Products with lot codes that begin with the letter F and the last four digits are numbered 9354 or less, Products with lot codes that begin with the letter H and the last four digits are numbered 2262 or less, Products with lot codes that begin with the letter T and the last four digits are numbered 5264 or less |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Product Description | Laundry detergents, fabric conditioners, stain solutions, household cleaners, dish liquid products sold in various sizes and container styles. A full list of products in scope of the recall are available at the following link: Product Recall List |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The recalled products can contain bacteria, including Burkholderia cepacia complex, Klebsiella aerogenes and multiple different species of Pseudomonas, many of which are environmental organisms found widely in soil and water, and some may also be found in humans. People with weakened immune systems, external medical devices, and 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, or through the eyes or a break in the skin. People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. For more information, please see: https://www.thelaundressrecall.com/.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2212-0122
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 15 December 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.