Woolite recalls detergent sold on Amazon over bacteria risk: See affected products
Woolite is recalling over 16,000 bottles of delicate laundry detergent sold exclusively at Amazon due to the potential presence of bacteria, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recalled products can contain Pseudomonas species bacteria, according to the CPSC, which are environmental organisms found in soil and water.
"People with weakened immune systems or external medical devices who are exposed to this bacteria face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment," the CPSC said, noting that the bacteria can enter the body through the eyes or through a break in the skin.
"People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria," the CPSC said.
Which Woolite products are affected?
The recall involves 50-fluid-ounce bottles of Woolite Delicates detergent with lot codes S24364, S24365 and S24366, sold exclusively on Amazon. The SKU number for the affected bottles is SKU 62338-72724. The lot code is printed at the top of the back of the bottle, and the bottles are white with a light pink label and cap.
The bottles were sold in January 2025 for between $14 and $17.
What should consumers do if they purchased the affected products?
The CPSC said consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Reckitt Benckiser LLC for a full refund.
To receive a refund, consumers should write their name and "Recalled" in permanent marker on the back of the product, then take a photo with the UPC and lot code visible, and email the photo to ConsumerCare_USA@reckitt.com.
Once consumers receive their refund, they should dispose of the product by closing the bottle tightly and placing it in the trash. The CPSC advises consumers not to empty the product prior to disposal and to not recycle the product bottle.
For more information, consumers can contact Reckitt at 800-228-4722 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.woolite.us/Voluntary-Recall/.
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