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Moderate riskFDA DrugClass II

Gold Star Vaporizing Chest Rub recalled for insanitary conditions

Gold Star Distribution's 4 oz vaporizing chest rub was distributed from a facility with insanitary conditions, including rodent exposure. The product may have been contaminated during storage or handling at their distribution center.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Gold Star Distribution recalls

What to do

  1. Stop using the vaporizing chest rub if you have it
  2. Check your home for the Gold Star product (UPC 048155903319)
  3. Do not use on skin or for inhalation
  4. Contact Gold Star Distribution or speak with your doctor if you have used this product and have concerns
Official notice ↗

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Personal Care, Vaporizing Chest Rub, 4 oz, 12 count, UPC 048155903319
UPC code
  • 048155903319
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
All ages (0 months and older)

This recall covers 27 products — see all of them.

Details

Units affected
Unknown
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
1000 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
D-0283-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
Personal Care, Vaporizing Chest Rub, 4 oz, 12 count, UPC 048155903319 CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center. All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution. Distribution: US Nationwide. Affected quantity: Unknown
Hazard
CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.

27 products in this recall

Advil, Tylenol and more OTC medicines recalled for rodent exposure

Gold Star Distribution is recalling 27 over-the-counter products, including pain relievers, cold and flu medicines, antacids, cough drops, skin and lip care, petroleum jelly, rubbing alcohol and mouthwash. The products were stored or distributed from a facility with insanitary conditions, including rodent exposure and activity. No injuries have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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