Over a Million Bags of Tide, Gain, Ace, and Ariel Laundry Detergent Packets Recalled Due to Risk of Injury
The recalled products were sold nationwide in major retail stores, including Walmart and Target.
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Procter & Gamble recalls Tide Pods, Gain Flings, Ace Pods, and Ariel Pods liquid laundry detergent packets sold in flexible bags. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall affects 8.2 million defective outer packaging bags which may cause them to split open near the zipper track and pose a serious risk if ingested. They can also injure the eyes and skin.
The USCPSC states the recalled products include "liquid laundry detergent packets packaged in flexible film bags” that range from “12 to 39 laundry detergent packets” in each bag. The products involved in this recall include:
Gain Flings Original
Gain Flings Moonlight Breeze Scent
Gain Flings Blissful Breeze Scent
Gain Flings Spring Daydream Scent
Gain Flings Plus Ultra Oxi
Gain Flings Plus Odor Defense
Tide Pods Original
Tide Pods Spring Meadow Scent
Tide Pods Light
Tide Simply Pods Plus Oxi Boost
Tide Pods Clean Breeze Scent
Tide Pods Free & Gentle
Tide Pods Oxi
Tide Pods Ultra Oxi
Ace Pods Clean Breeze
Ace Pods Spring Meadow
Ariel Pods Alpine Breeze
To determine if you have one of these recalled items, check the lot code on the bag against the lot codes listed at pg.com/bags. You can find the lot code at the bottom of the laundry detergent bag.
The recalled products were manufactured between September 2023 and February 2024 and sold at various retail stores nationwide, including Big Lots, Sam’s Club, Target, and Walmart.
The company received four reports of children in the United States who obtained the liquid laundry packets, and three reportedly ingested the product. However, it is unclear whether these packets are from these specific recalled bags as there are no confirmed cases yet. The USCPSC explains “Ingestion of a large quantity of any surfactant-containing household cleaning products can cause death among individuals with underlying health issues.”
The USCPSC recommends customers ensure the recalled bags are moved away from children. You can contact Procter & Gamble for a full refund and free replacement.
Customers can reach Procter & Gamble directly at 833-347-5764 from Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, and Saturday between 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET. Procter & Gamble can also be reached online at pg.com/bags.
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