Clorox Wipes Recall: What You Need To Know

Disclaimer: This resource is for informational purposes only. Morgan & Morgan is not currently accepting cases related to these products.

When you think about keeping your home clean and germ-free, products like Clorox wipes or cleaners are probably at the top of your list. But what happens when those same products are flagged for safety concerns? That’s exactly the situation with the Clorox wipes recall. If you’ve got these products at home, it’s time to check if they’re part of the recall.   

Overview of the Clorox Wipes Recall

Clorox announced a major recall for specific scented Pine-Sol multi-surface and all-purpose cleaners. This recall doesn’t affect the original pine-scented Pine-Sol. However, some of the other scented cleaners may contain harmful bacteria, most notably Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

The recall was issued after testing revealed contamination in products produced between January 2021 and September 2022. For perspective, Clorox produced millions of these products during that time. That’s partly because the demand was incredibly high due to the Covid-19 pandemic. 

And they made tons of money from the sales. Keep that in mind. 

Households and businesses throughout the country use wipes to sanitize surfaces and reduce the risk of exposure to germs and viruses. But that also might’ve led to a new problem; the risk of exposure to bacteria.

The Danger of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

Let’s talk about Pseudomonas aeruginosa in more detail. To begin with, it’s a common organism found in soil and water. But make no mistake; it’s not harmless.

For healthy individuals, it might not be as dangerous. However, for people with compromised immune systems, mostly the elderly and sick, the risks are far greater.

Such individuals may develop serious infections, and it gets even tricker; Pseudomonas aeruginosa can enter the body if:

• inhaled;
• it comes in contact with your eyes; or
• it sneaks in through a cut or break in the skin.

Once it’s in, it can cause serious infections, some of which may require hospitalization.    

List of Affected Clorox Products

If you’re wondering which products to keep an eye on, here’s the list of recalled Pine-Sol items:

• Cleaner Lavender Clean
• Cleaner Sparkling Wave
• Cleaner Lemon Fresh
• Lavender Clean All Purpose Cleaner
• Lemon Fresh All Purpose Cleaner
• Orange Energy All Purpose Cleaner
• Lemon Fresh Cleaner

One of the reasons this recall is worth paying attention to is the sheer scale of distribution. These products were sold at some of the biggest retailers nationwide, including but not limited to:

• Walmart
• Target
• Home Depot
• Lowe’s
• Dollar Tree
• Dollar General
• BJ’s
• Publix
• Kroger

You might have even bought them online through Amazon or other e-commerce sites. In short, if you use Pine-Sol products, there’s a good chance you could be affected.

What to Do Next

If you’ve discovered any of the recalled products in your home, don’t panic. Here’s what you need to do:

Check the Date Code and UPC: Locate the 12-digit UPC code and the date code printed on the bottle. If it matches the recall criteria (prefix “A4” and a five-digit number under 22249), here’s what to do:

Don’t pour the cleaner down the drain or try to salvage the bottle. Instead, place the product in its original container and throw it away with your household trash.

Take pictures of the UPC and date codes for proof, then reach out to Clorox. They’ll refund the purchase price if you have a receipt or provide the manufacturer’s suggested price if you don’t.

Why Recalls Like This Matter

The Clorox wipes recall might seem like just another news story, but it’s worth paying attention to. Whether you’ve been loyal to this brand for years or just grabbed a bottle during your last grocery run, take a moment to check your products. 

No cleaning product out there should come at a cost to your health. If it puts your health on the line, then it’s not actually meant to be a cleaning product.

Secondly, if you believe that you or a loved one might have developed health problems due to the use of Clorox products, it’s important to seek immediate medical attention. 

Your doctor will run a series of tests to determine the origin of these problems and how to address them. If found to have been harmed by Clorox products, seeking medical treatment isn’t enough; you may also be entitled to some form of compensation.

These products are supposed to protect you and your loved ones from diseases, not make you sick. If the products cause harm, it could be due to someone else’s negligence, such as failure to adequately warn you about its risks. You deserve answers, and that’s where a defective product attorney comes in.