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Colgate and Crest toothpaste recalled for insanitary conditions

Several Colgate and Crest toothpaste products distributed by Gold Star Distribution Inc. were stored in conditions with rodent exposure and activity. The FDA found insanitary conditions at the distribution center that do not meet manufacturing standards. No injuries have been reported.

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

What to do

  1. Check if your toothpaste was distributed by Gold Star Distribution Inc. (printed on packaging or contact retailer)
  2. Do not use affected toothpaste products
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase or dispose of it
  4. Contact your healthcare provider if you have health concerns
Official notice ↗

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Toothpaste: a) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, WHITENING, 2.5oz, 24ct; UPC: 035000511065; b) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, Regular, 2.5oz, 24ct, UPC: 035000511058; c) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, TRIPLE, 2.5oz, 24ct, UPC: 035000512109; d) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, MINT ZING, 24CT, 2.5oz, UPC: 035000744609; COLGATE, MAXFRESH, SPICY FRESH, RED TOOTH PASTE, 72CT, 150G; e) CREST, TOOTHPASTE, 40CT, 8.2OZ, UPC: 037000247081
UPC codes
  • 035000511065
  • 035000511058
  • 035000512109
  • 035000744609
  • 037000247081
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
All ages

This recall covers 27 products — see all of them.

Details

Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
1000 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
D-0287-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
Toothpaste: a) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, WHITENING, 2.5oz, 24ct; UPC: 035000511065; b) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, Regular, 2.5oz, 24ct, UPC: 035000511058; c) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, TRIPLE, 2.5oz, 24ct, UPC: 035000512109; d) COLGATE, TOOTHPASTE, MINT ZING, 24CT, 2.5oz, UPC: 035000744609; COLGATE, MAXFRESH, SPICY FRESH, RED TOOTH PASTE, 72CT, 150G; e) CREST, TOOTHPASTE, 40CT, 8.2OZ, UPC: 037000247081 CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center. All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution. Distribution: US Nationwide.
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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