The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1368-2022·Announced 2022-08-31

Multiple Mouthwash Products Recalled Due to Storage Temperature Deviations

Family Dollar Stores is recalling multiple mouthwash brands sold between April and June 2022 because they were stored at improper temperatures. This storage deviation may compromise product quality and effectiveness.

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 II recall for CGMP deviations involving improper storage temperatures. The recall is precautionary in nature, addressing a manufacturing practice violation without reported harm or confirmed contamination.

Plain-English summary

Family Dollar Stores, LLC, is recalling multiple mouthwash and oral rinse products that were distributed between April 30 and June 10, 2022. The recalled products include various formulations of Listerine, Crest, Swan, Colgate, and ACT Kids brands, representing 24 different SKUs.

The recall was initiated due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations. Specifically, the affected products were stored outside appropriate temperature conditions, which could compromise their safety, quality, or effectiveness.

The recalled products were distributed nationwide through Family Dollar Stores. Consumers who purchased any of these mouthwash products should discontinue use. For a complete list of affected SKUs and additional information, consumers may contact Family Dollar Stores or visit the FDA's recall website.

The recalled product

Product
Listerine Cool mint Mouthwash 250 mL SKU 900733 Crest Scope Outlast Mint Mouthwash 1 Liter SKU 902704 Swan Mouthwash Green Mint 1 LTR SKU 908114 Colgate Peroxyl Antiseptic Mouth Sore Rinse 8.4 FL OZ SKU 998273 Listerine Cool Mint Mouthwash 50.72 FL OZ SKU 999050 Swan Spring
Manufacturer
Family Dollar Stores, Llc.
Hazard
  • improper-storage
  • potential-contamination

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 (20)

  • SKUs: 900733
  • 902704
  • 908114
  • 998273
  • 999050
  • 900273
  • 900938
  • 999043
  • 908109
  • 908223
  • 999935
  • 903150
  • 908466
  • 908123
  • 903156
  • 900980
  • 901904
  • 903159
  • 908004
  • 908005

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.