Up & Up baby wipes are recalled at Targets nationwide
Los Angeles Times • • business
Key Points:
- The FDA has issued a recall for Target brand Up & Up Fragrance Free and Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes due to bacterial contamination that poses serious infection risks, especially for newborns, young children, and immunocompromised individuals.
- The recall follows customer complaints of product discoloration, skin and eye irritation, and infections, with the FDA confirming contamination by Burkholderia cepacia and Burkholderia gladioli bacteria in tested samples.
- These bacteria can cause local infections in healthy individuals but may lead to life-threatening sepsis or pneumonia in vulnerable populations.
- The recalled wipes were sold nationwide at Target stores and online, covering specific manufacturing codes and expiration dates for various package sizes.
- Consumers are advised to stop using the affected wipes immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.