Product description
The Laundress brand fabric conditioner products
Sold in various sizes and container styles
See attached product list
See a list of details to help identify the product
Reason the product is recalled
The recalled products can contain a chemical impurity, ethylene oxide.
The hazards to consumers
Ethylene oxide is a carcinogen. Consumers may be exposed to this chemical through inhalation during use of the product, or through skin exposure to residue on clothing. Direct long-term exposure may cause adverse health effects, including cancer.
What consumers should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fabric conditioners and contact The Laundress for instructions to receive a full refund. Consumers who have previously requested a refund for these products in response to The Laundress’ December 2022 recall and reimbursement program should not submit a new request.
Consumers who purchased the recalled products on or after January 2021 can request a refund using either a photo of the lot code with their initials and the date written in marker or a receipt, or if purchased through www.TheLaundress.com, consumers can submit their e-mail address for a refund. Consumers who purchased the recalled products before January 2021 should take a photo of the lot code with their initials and the date written in marker and contact The Laundress for a full refund of the purchase price, with receipt, or of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, without receipt.
After requesting a refund, consumers should dispose of the product by closing the bottle tightly and placing it in household trash. Do not empty the product prior to disposal.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Identifying product features
Dates available for sale
Where the product was sold
Manufacturer country ID
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2023/19787 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
