The company received reports from customers who claimed they experienced adverse reactions after using the products, with symptoms including skin irritation, eye irritation and infections.
Parents are being urged to check their homes after a popular range of baby wipes was recalled over fears they could cause serious and potentially life-threatening infections.
Target has voluntarily recalled several Up & Up baby wipe products after testing found traces of bacteria that may pose a health risk, particularly to newborns, infants and young children.
The recall affects both Up & Up Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes sold in stores across the US and online.
According to a notice issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 5, the products were pulled from shelves following customer complaints and testing that identified contamination with bacteria.
Customers reported symptoms including skin irritation, eye irritation and infections after using the wipes. Some also noticed discoloration in the products.
The FDA warned that use of wipes contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioi could lead to serious illness.
“Use of products contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioi may result in serious and life-threatening infections,” the agency said.
The warning is particularly concerning because the wipes are primarily used on babies and young children, whose immune systems are still developing.
Health officials said there is an increased risk for immunocompromised people, including infants, with infections potentially spreading into the bloodstream and causing severe conditions such as sepsis or pneumonia.
Target and manufacturer Sapro Temizlik Urunleri received reports from customers who claimed they experienced adverse reactions after using the products. The incidents remain under investigation.
In a statement, the FDA said: “These reports remain under investigation. Target is coordinating with the manufacturer and continues to investigate this matter.”
Anyone who has purchased the recalled wipes is being told to stop using them immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Customers with questions can contact Target Guest Relations on 1-800-440-0680.
Recalled Up & Up baby wipes
- Up & Up Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes
- 20-count pack – UPC: 085239265956
- 72-count pack – UPC: 085239265949
- 216-count pack – UPC: 085239265963
- 800-count pack – UPC: 085239266137
- 1200-count pack – UPC: 085239266090
- Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes
- 72-count pack – UPC: 085239265970
- 216-count pack – UPC: 085239265994
- 800-count pack – UPC: 085239265987
Parents who have any of the affected products are advised to stop using them immediately and seek medical advice if a child experiences irritation or signs of infection after use.
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