Safety Report: Babyganics Chamomile verbena bubble bath - recalled due to presence of a bacterium, USA

United States

Babyganics is voluntarily recalling two lots of 20-ounce bottles of babyganics® 20oz chamomile verbena bubble bath, due to the presence of the bacterium Pluralibacter gergoviae. The products were sold in the last two months only at select retailers in the U.S.

During internal testing related to product shelf life across the Babyganics bubble bath line, it was discovered that two specific lot numbers of this product contained the bacterium. While infants may be more susceptible than adults, Pluralibacter gergoviae does not usually cause healthy individuals to become sick. However, it may pose a risk of infection to those who are immunocompromised or have broken or irritated skin, such as diaper rash.

The only products affected are babyganics® 20oz chamomile verbena bubble bath UPC 8 13277 01375 4 with lot codes Y314 and Y315 found at the bottom of the packaging and contained in a white plastic bottle with a green plastic lid.

The testing confirmed that no other Babyganics products contained this bacterium. Babyganics takes pride in its commitment to vigorous consumer safety standards and providing peace of mind for parents, which is why the decision was made to voluntarily recover these bottles from retailers and to proactively reach out to consumers. Consumers with the affected product will be provided with a full refund after submitting their product and contact information at the company website. Consumers who have come into contact with the affected product and aren’t feeling well should contact their doctor.

Company name: Babyganics
Brand name: Babyganics
Product recalled: Chamomile verbena bubble bath
Reason of the recall: Presence of the bacterium Pluralibacter gergoviae, a bacterium
FDA Recall date: April 20, 2022

Source: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/babyganics-issues-voluntary-recall-select-lots-babyganicsr-20oz-chamomile-verbena-bubble-bath