CPSC2024-05-02
Bausch + Lomb Recalls Project Watson Eyelid Wipes for Dogs Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria and Fungi
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc., of Bridgewater, New Jersey
Hazard
When the recalled dog eyelid wipes are opened and in use, bacteria and fungi, which are organisms found widely in the environment, soil, and water, can be introduced and grow in the container, posing a risk of serious infection to people with weakened immune systems. Individuals with wounds may also be at higher risk of infection. People with healthy immune systems are not typically affected.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled eyelid wipes and request a full refund by submitting a picture of their product via an online form at http://eyelidwiperecall.com/. The refund will be in the form of a check sent to consumers via U.S. mail. Consumers should then dispose of the product in its container with household trash.
Sold at
PetSmart, Walmart, and other stores nationwide, and online at Chewy.com and Amazon.com from February 2023 through March 2024 for between $13 and $15.
Affected count
About 32,000
Injuries reported
The company has received seven reports of a substance developing in the container after the product had been opened and in use. No illness of consumers or pets has been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Project Watson Eyelid Wipes for Dogs
Consumer contact
Project Watson toll-free at 877-857-1149 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at http://eyelidwiperecall.com/ or www.tryprojectwatson.com/ and click on "Recall Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Bausch-Lomb-Recalls-Project-Watson-Eyelid-Wipes-for-Dogs-Due-to-Risk-of-Exposure-to-Bacteria-and-FungiDon't want to check this manually?
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