The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0857-2012·Announced 2012-08-08

Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Toothbrush Recalled for Choking Hazard

Church & Dwight is recalling 22.783 million Arm and Hammer Spinbrush toothbrushes worldwide due to a potential choking hazard from small parts.

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 choking hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Church & Dwight Inc. is recalling 22.783 million units of the Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Dual Action Powered Toothbrush Pro-Clean, various models. The products were manufactured in China and distributed worldwide.

The recall is being conducted to better convey to the public the potential small parts choking hazard associated with using the Spinbrush beyond the recommended three-month brush head life. The agency classification for this recall is Class II.

Consumers should stop using the toothbrush if the brush head has exceeded the recommended three-month life to avoid the potential choking hazard.

The recalled product

Product
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Dual Action Powered Toothbrush Pro-Clean, various models. Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, NJ 08543 USA. For dental health; plaque removal.
Manufacturer
Church & Dwight Inc
Category
Consumer Product — Personal Care
Hazard

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 (1)

  • N/A

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 10 recalled by Church & Dwight Inc under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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