The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1290-2022·Announced 2022-08-03

Crest 3D White Toothpaste recalled for missing label and wrong formulation

Procter & Gamble is recalling Crest 3D White Fluoride Anticavity Toothpaste because some tubes lack labels and contain a different formulation than indicated. About 1,128 tubes distributed in Washington State are affected.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class III recall for missing label and formulation mismatch with no reported illnesses. Per the severity rubric, FDA Class III recalls are typically scored 1-2, and minor labeling errors without reported harm warrant a Moderate (2) score.

Plain-English summary

Procter & Gamble is recalling Crest 3D White Fluoride Anticavity Toothpaste, Advanced Triple Whitening, 0.243% sodium fluoride (Net Wt. 5.6 oz / 158 g) distributed in Washington State. Approximately 1,128 tubes are affected by this recall.

Some tubes in this distribution were missing their label and contained a different formulation than indicated. The affected product includes both individual cartons (UPC 0 37000 598534) and 5-count bundles (UPC 037000171867) bearing lot codes 13191707B4 or 13511707Y1, both expiring October 31, 2023.

The recalled product

Product
Crest 3D White Fluoride Anticavity Toothpaste, Advanced Triple Whitening, 0.243% sodium fluoride, Net Wt. 5.6 oz (158 g) a) Individual carton, UPC 0 37000 598534; b) 5-count Bundle, UPC 037000171867, Distributed. By Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Manufacturer
The Procter & Gamble Company
Hazard
  • missing-label
  • formulation-mismatch

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (4)

  • Lot: a) 13191707B4
  • Exp. 10/31/2023
  • b)13511707Y1
  • Exp. 10/31/2023.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.