Parents are being urged to check their homes after Target voluntarily recalled a range of Up and Up baby wipes due to bacterial contamination that could cause serious infections, particularly in newborns and young children.
The recall, announced on 5 June by the US Food and Drug Administration, covers Up and Up Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes and Up and Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes sold in stores and online across the US. Testing confirmed the presence of Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioi bacteria following customer complaints.
The FDA warned that use of contaminated wipes may result in life-threatening infections, with symptoms including skin and eye irritation. Immunocompromised individuals, including infants, are at heightened risk of severe conditions such as sepsis or pneumonia if bacteria enter the bloodstream.
Target and manufacturer Sapro Temizlik Urunleri are investigating reports of adverse reactions. Customers are advised to stop using the wipes immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund, or contact Target Guest Relations on 1-800-440-0680.
Parents whose children show signs of irritation or infection after using the wipes should seek medical attention promptly.
