FDA-Drug2026-01-21Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Gold Star Distribution vaporizing chest rub recalled for rodent contamination
Stop using Gold Star vaporizing chest rub
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.
- Stop using the vaporizing chest rub if you have it
- Check your home for the Gold Star product (UPC 048155903319)
- Do not use on skin or for inhalation
- Contact Gold Star Distribution or speak with your doctor if you have used this product and have concerns
Hazard
CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.
Who it affects
All ages
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
US Nationwide.
Affected count
Unknown
Manufactured in
1000 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Products
Personal Care, Vaporizing Chest Rub, 4 oz, 12 count, UPC 048155903319
UPC codes
- 048155903319
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0283-2026Don't want to check this manually?
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