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Product description
The Laundress brand laundry detergents, fabric conditioners, stain solutions and other cleaning products
Sold in various sizes and container styles
Lot codes beginning with the letter F and the last four digits numbered 9354 or less
Lot codes beginning with the letter H and the last four digits numbered 2262 or less
Lot codes beginning with the letter T and the last four digits numbered 5264 or less
Lot codes of affected products can be identified on the bottom or side of the bottle in black type
See attached Product list
What are the defects?
The recalled products can contain bacteria, including Burkholderia cepacia complex, Klebsiella aerogenes and multiple different species of Pseudomonas.
What are the hazards?
The recalled products can contain bacteria including, Burkholderia cepacia complex, Klebsiella aerogenes and Pseudomonas species which may cause significant infection or illness that may require medical treatment, especially in people with, weakened immune systems, external medical devices and who have underlying lung conditions.
The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, or through the eyes or a break in the skin.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the affected products. Consumers should go to www.TheLaundressRecall.com where they will be guided in case of any questions and to request a refund.
After requesting a refund, consumers should dispose of the product by closing the bottle tightly and placing it in household garbage. Do not empty the product prior to disposal.
For further information, please contact The Laundress at www.TheLaundressRecall.com
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
online at www.TheLaundress.com
Where the product was sold
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
