The Baylis & Harding Oud, Cedar & Amber 1L Hand Wash Refill has been urgently recalled by major retailers including Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Ocado, and Amazon after testing identified the presence of Pluralibacter gergoviae, a type of anaerobic bacteria.
The recall affects batch codes 6210A and 6211A.
A spokesperson for the Office for Product Safety & Standards said: “The product presents a microbiological risk as testing identified the presence of Pluralibacter gergoviae.
“Contamination with this microorganism may lead to infection or adverse health effects, particularly in vulnerable users or those with a compromised skin barrier.
“The product doesn’t meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (the Cosmetics Regulation).
“The products have been recalled from end users by Baylis and Harding, Amazon, Ocado, Sainsbury’s, and Waitrose.
“Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to their place of purchase for redress.”
The bacteria could cause infection or other health problems, especially for people with weakened immune systems or broken skin.
A spokesperson for Sainsbury’s said: “Baylis & Harding are recalling the above product due to some batches of this product being outside of the microbiological specification.
“Batch numbers of the affected products are: 6210A and 6211A, this is printed on the base of the pouch.
“We’re asking customers that have purchased the above product not to use it and to return the product to their nearest Sainsbury’s store, where they will receive a full refund.
“For further details or if you have any questions, please contact us at quality@bayhar.com.
“No other products have been affected by this issue.
“Baylis & Harding would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
Waitrose has also issued a warning to customers.
A spokesperson said: “Baylis and Harding has become aware that batches of this product are outside of the microbiological specification, so it is recalling affected batches.
“Don’t use, package the item and return the product to your local Waitrose & Partners branch for a refund.
“Contact: Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884, Option 4 or quality@bayhar.com.
“We apologise that it’s been necessary to recall this product and for the inconvenience caused.”
No other products have been affected by this issue.
