Baby Wipes Sold at Target Recalled Due to Infectious Contamination

Parents often use baby wipes to clean up a child after changing a diaper. While most baby wipes are safe, sometimes they can be contaminated with some sort of bacteria.

Baby wipes sold at Target stores across the country were recently recalled due to a potentially infectious microbial contamination. According to the Food and Drug Administration, Target issued a recall for baby wipes sold under its Up & Up label after it was discovered that the products were possibly contaminated with Burholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli.

Use of products contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli may result in serious infections, especially since the products are predominantly used on young children, who are particularly vulnerable to infection.

The affected products are:

• Up & Up Fragrance Free Baby Wipes with a manufacturing date code of November 7, 2025 (071125X/XX) to May 5, 2026 (050526X/XXX) and expiration dates between May 10, 2028 (100528) through November 5, 2028 (051128):
  • 20 count: UPC 085239265956
  • 72 count: UPC 085239265949
  • 216 count: UPC 085239265963
  • 800 count: UPC 085239266137
  • 1200 count: UPC 085239266090

• Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes with a manufacturing code of December 29, 2025 (291225X/XX) to December 30, 2025 (301225X/XX) and expiration dates between June 29, 2028 (290628) through June 30, 2028 (300628):
  • 72 count: UPC 085239265970
  • 216 count: UPC 085239265994
  • 800 count: UPC 085239265987

Customers who own the affected products should stop using them immediately. They should also return the recalled items to any Target store for a full refund.

There have been a number of adverse event reports associated with the contaminated baby wipes such as skin and eye irritation and infections.

What Are Burkholderia Cepacia Complex and Burkholderia Gladioli?

Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli are groups of bacteria commonly found in soil, water, and plants. While they are generally harmless to healthy people, they can cause serious infections in individuals with weakened immune systems or chronic lung diseases.

Transmission can occur through the following:

• Contaminated water sources
• Contaminated medical devices or pharmaceutical products
• Direct contact with contaminated surfaces
• Person-to-person transmission in certain healthcare settings, especially among cystic fibrosis patients

Symptoms vary depending on the type of infection but may include:

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• Chills
• Increased mucus production
• Redness or drainage

Contact Us Today

Even when non-edible items such as baby wipes are contaminated with bacteria, they can cause harm to those who come into contact with the affected products. Babies and young children are vulnerable to life-threatening infections and any contamination should be taken seriously.

A Mt. Juliet product liability lawyer from The Law Offices of Christopher Eads, PLLC can help you if you or a loved one has been affected. The starting point for any serious valuation is thorough medical documentation. We will gather all the evidence and facts and help you get the compensation you deserve. Schedule a consultation today by filling out the online form or calling (615) 622-6060.

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