One lot of Aveeno® Baby Calming Comfort® Lotion is being recalled because a test showed that it ‘exceeded the specifications for common bacteria’. Whilst subsequent tests showed it to be safe, it was withdrawn by Johnson & Johnson as a precaution.
According to the FDA press release:
This action is not being undertaken on the basis of adverse events and the potential for adverse health effects is remote. Other lots of AVEENO® BABY CALMING COMFORT® LOTION are not affected by this recall and remain available.
The affected lot was, according to the release, sold in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee and Texas.
FULL RECALLED PRODUCT LIST:
| PRODUCT NAME | LOT NUMBER | UPC CODE |
|---|---|---|
| AVEENO® BABY CALMING COMFORT® LOTION | 0161LK | 38137-0036456 |
You can find the lot number and UPC code embossed on the product’s tube.
If you have any questions or would like to claim a refund or coupon in connection with this recall, please call the Consumer Call Center at 1-877-298-2525 (available Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time).