CPSC2023-10-05
CURiO Recalls Capri Blue Pet Products Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria (Recall Alert)
CURiO Brands LLC, of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Hazard
The recalled pet products can contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems or external medical devices who are exposed to Pseudomonas aeruginosa face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment. The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes, or through a break in the skin. People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products purchased from June 2023 through August 2023 and should visit www.CBPetCareRecall.com and complete the refund request form or call the firm toll-free. Consumers should take a picture of the product with their initials and date written in marker and email it to CBPetCareRecall@curiobrands.com and dispose of the product in its container with household trash. Do not empty the product prior to disposal.
Sold at
Specialty stores and online at http://www.capri-blue.com from June 2023 through August 2023 for between $14 and $20.
Affected count
About 59,000
Injuries reported
The company is aware of reported infections with eleven dogs and is investigating these reports to see if there is any connection to the recalled products.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Capri Blue Pet Sprays and Shampoos
Consumer contact
CURiO Brands LLCtoll-free at 877-748-7141 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at CBPetCareRecall@curiobrands.com or online at www.CBPetCareRecall.com or at www.capri-blue.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/CURiO-Recalls-Capri-Blue-Pet-Products-Due-to-Risk-of-Exposure-to-Bacteria-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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