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Soaps sold at retailers like Walmart are facing a recall due to concerns that they are contaminated with potentially serious bacteria.
On the US Food and Drug Administration’s Cosmetic Recalls and Alerts page, the FDA lists several scent theory scented soap scents subject to the recall, which were returned due to concerns that the products were contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia.
The bacteria can be found in water and soil, although in cases of human infection, contaminated medical products are often the cause, according to the CDC. (iStock)
Burkholderia cepacia is the name of a group or “complex” of bacteria that is usually resistant to common antibiotics and can pose a risk to people with certain medical conditions or to those who have a weakened immune system.
Four scents of Aroma Theory hand soap are subject to be remembered: Lemon Citrus, Coco Vanilla, Fresh Lavender and Eucalyptus Mint, all sold in 11-ounce bottles.
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The soaps were distributed throughout the country, including DC and Peurto Rico, according to the FDA, which notes that about 636,416 bottles were collected. However, it was not immediately clear whether that number refers to the total number of bottles collected or the total number of bottles for each perfume.
The following batch numbers are subject to recall:
- Lemon Citrus: T209-101, T217-101, T223-101 and T237-101
- Coco Vanilla: T209-104, T217-104, T237-102 and T223-104
- Eucalyptus Mint: T209-102, T217-102 and T223-102
- Fresh lavender: T209-103, T217-103 and T223-103
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), B. cepacia presents “little medical risk for healthy people”. However, the agency warns, “People who have certain health problems, such as a weakened immune system or chronic lung diseases, particularly cystic fibrosis, may be more susceptible to B. cepacia infections. B. cepacia is a known cause of infections in hospitalized patients. “
The bacteria can be found in water and soil, although in cases of human infection, contaminated medical products are often the cause, according to the CDC.