A popular laundry detergent sold at several stores in Montana has been recalled due to safety issues regarding defective packaging. The recall pertains to certain types of detergents made by Procter & Gamble, and consumers are urged to secure the recalled bags and keep them out of the sight and reach of children.

Popular Laundry Detergent Brands Recalled By Procter & Gamble

Doing laundry is something that most people loath, but it's a part of our daily lives. It's not so much washing the laundry, as it is folding it. Laundry detergent comes in several different forms including liquid, powder, and pods. Products like Tide Pods have been growing in popularity since they were introduced to consumers. They usually take up a lot less space than a traditional jug of liquid laundry detergent. In a world of convenience, pods fit right in.

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If you use Tide Pods, Ace Pods, of Gain Flings, you need to check the packaging. The United State Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for 8.2 Million defective bags of detergent packets that were manufactured between September 2023 and February 2024.

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The outer packaging on the products listed above is defective and doesn't seal properly. If the laundry detergent packets are ingested, it can cause serious injury to children and other vulnerable individuals. Bags with bags with 12 to 39 laundry detergent packets have been recalled. The products were sold at Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Family Dollar, and other major stores across America.

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The Following Products Have Been Recalled

  • Tide Pods Original
  • Tide Simply Pods Plus Oxi Boost
  • Tide Pods Clean Breeze Scent
  • Tide Pods Spring Meadow Scent
  • Tide Pods Free & Gentle
  • Tide Pods Oxi
  • Tide Pods Light
  • Gain Flings Moonlight Breeze Scent
  • Gain Flings Blissful Breeze Scent
  • Gain Flings Spring Daydream Scent
  • Gain Flings Plus Ultra Oxi
  • Gain Flings Plus Odor Defense
  • Ace Pods Clean Breeze
  • Ace Pods Spring Meadow
  • Ariel Pods Alpine Breeze
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Can I Get a Refund?

Procter & Gamble says it will replace the defective bags. Consumers can contact the company for a full refund and and replacement. You can also request a cabinet lock to secure your laundry room. Check the packaging on the bag to find out if it a part of the recall. Recalled lot codes and additional information can be found here.

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