CRITICALRecall Data: October 22, 2021

Better Homes and Gardens Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones

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UPC 84140411420 Lavender and Chamomile

UPC 84140411420 Lavender and Chamomile

UPC 84140411421 Lemon and Mandarin

UPC 84140411421 Lemon and Mandarin

UPC 84140411422 Lavender

UPC 84140411422 Lavender

UPC 84140411423 Peppermint

UPC 84140411423 Peppermint

UPC 84140411424 Lime and Eucalyptus

UPC 84140411424 Lime and Eucalyptus

UPC 84140411425 Sandalwood and Vanilla

UPC 84140411425 Sandalwood and Vanilla

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

Tests conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) determined that a bottle of the room spray contained the rare and dangerous bacteria Burkholderia pseudomallei which causes melioidosis, a condition that is difficult to diagnose and can be fatal.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Consistent with CDC recommendations, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled room spray, double bag the bottle in clean, clear zip-top resealable bags, place it in a small cardboard box and return it to any Walmart store for a full refund. Do not open the bottle. Do not attempt to throw away or dispose of the bottle. Customers will also receive a $20 Walmart Gift Card upon return.

Consumer Contact

Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day or online at www.walmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information. Walmart Inc. uses the brand Better Homes and Gardens, a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation, under license. Make inquiries and returns to Walmart.

Product Description

The aromatherapy room spray was sold at about 55 Walmart stores nationwide and online at walmart.com from February 2021 through October 2021 for about $4. "Better Homes and Gardens Aromatherapy," is printed on the label on the front of the 5-ounce glass bottle. The aromatherapy was sold with a pump spray nozzle in the following scents and product numbers: 84140411420 Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) Gem Room Spray Lavender & Chamomile 84140411421 Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) Gem Room Spray Lemon and Mandarin 84140411422 Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) Gem Room Spray Lavender 84140411423 Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) Gem Room Spray Peppermint 84140411424 Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) Gem Room Spray Lime & Eucalyptus 84140411425 Better Homes and Gardens (BHG) Gem Room Spray Sandalwood and Vanilla

Where was it sold?

The aromatherapy room spray was sold at about 55 Walmart stores nationwide and online at walmart.com from February 2021 through October 2021 for about $4.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

22007

Impacted Units

About 3,900

Incidents/Injuries

CDC has been investigating a cluster of four cases of melioidosis in the U.S., including two deaths. Cases were reported in Kansas, Minnesota, Texas and Georgia, including a child fatality.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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