Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Remover Recall Raises Concerns About Bacterial Contamination
Cleaning products for households are popular among people due to their ability to clean stains, kill odors, and provide sanitary conditions at home. People usually assume that household cleaning products are safe for use as long as they are used according to the instructions on labels. Recently, however, there was a product recall for Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Remover due to the discovery of dangerous bacteria. More than one million bottles were recalled in the U.S. market.
Since cleaning products are often used in households with kids and animals, contamination can be dangerous to their health.
Background of the recall
The aforementioned recall centers around the Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Remover product, which is a highly sought-after cleaning agent used for removing the smell of pets and other stains. This cleaning agent has become widely popular because of its citrus scent and enzymes that work to clean the area thoroughly.
Federal safety authorities found out through tests conducted that some bottles of the cleaner contain bacteria that can infect an individual at risk. Since the product is often used by spraying it, there is an added danger since it becomes airborne and people breathe in the bacteria.
Regulators have issued a recall of approximately 1.5 million bottles of the stain remover across the country.
Where the product was sold
The recalled cleaners were distributed mainly via online stores and large-scale ecommerce sites that were primarily responsible for the brand’s popularity. Consumers purchased the cleaner from websites like:
- Amazon
- Online pet supplies store of Walmart
- Others online pet supplies stores
Since the products are mainly used indoors to deal with pet odor, there is a higher risk of infection due to the presence of contaminants.
If you purchased the cleaner, you need to check the recall announcement.
Potential health risks
Contamination of cleaning products by bacteria can result in various health problems depending on how the cleaner was used and the level of contact between the product and the person’s skin, eyes, and lungs.
The possible health effects of bacterial contamination of cleaning products are as follows:
- Infection on contact with contaminated liquid on the skin
- Respiratory infection on inhalation of spray particles
- Infection on eye contact with the product
People with weakened immune systems, medical problems, or cuts and abrasions have a higher chance of becoming infected by the contaminated cleaner.
Product liability
If you contract an infection from a consumer product, the company that manufactured the product is responsible for your injuries. In addition, the retailer that made the product available in the stream of commerce is also liable. You can file suit against these actors if you contract an infection from the contaminated cleaner. These lawsuits help keep companies honest and ensure that problems occur infrequently.
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Halpern, Santos & Pinkert represent the interests of consumers in product liability lawsuits. If you’ve been injured by a dangerous or defective consumer product, call our Florida personal injury lawyers immediately, and we can begin holding the negligent party accountable for your injuries.
