The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10280·Announced 2010-06-25

Scope Original Mint Mouthwash Recalled for Child-Resistant Closure Failure

Procter & Gamble is recalling 1-liter bottles of Scope Original Mint Mouthwash because some caps may not be child-resistant, posing a risk of alcohol ingestion.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (toxic ethyl alcohol) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for products posing a risk of harm without confirmed injuries.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Procter & Gamble are recalling approximately 35,000 bottles of Scope® Original Mint Mouthwash in the 1-liter size. The recall is due to a failure to meet child-resistant closure requirements. The affected bottles have the number 4 on the bottom and may allow the cap to be twisted off without squeezing the tabs, which is required for a child-resistant package.

The mouthwash contains ethyl alcohol, which is toxic and can cause serious injury or death if ingested by children. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall. The product was sold at drug stores, grocery stores, and other retailers between January 2010 and June 2010 for approximately $4.

Consumers should keep the product out of the reach of children. Those who purchased the product expecting child-resistant packaging can contact Procter & Gamble for a full refund or a replacement coupon. Adult consumers can continue to use the product as directed. For more information, contact Procter & Gamble toll-free at (877) 340-8825 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.scopemouthwash.com.

The recalled product

Product
Scope® Original Mint Mouthwash, 1-Liter Size
Manufacturer
The Procter & Gamble Co., of Cincinnati, Ohio
Category
Consumer Product — Toiletries
Hazard
Affected units
35,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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