Tag

Consumer Safety

All articles tagged with #consumer safety

business1 month ago•4 min saved

Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers Recalled Over Bacteria Risk

Thrasio is recalling Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers after detecting potential bacterial contamination, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. About 1.5 million units in the U.S. (roughly 43,700 in Canada) sold from 2019–2025 are affected. Consumers should stop using the recalled products and obtain a full refund by emailing a photo of the product marked with “recalled” and their initials; dispose of the product in household trash without emptying it. No injuries have been reported. The products were sold at major retailers and online. Recall date: January 22, 2026.

via U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov)|

#angry-orange #bacteria #business

local-news1 month ago•3 min saved

Contaminated Diesel Distributes at Multiple Denver Gas Stations

Colorado regulators received over 200 complaints after diesel fuel was mistakenly distributed instead of regular unleaded at various gas stations, including Costco, King Soopers, and Murphy Express, prompting investigations and warnings for affected drivers to seek repairs if they suspect contaminated fuel.

via The Colorado Sun|

#colorado #consumer-safety #diesel-mix-up

health-and-safety1 month ago•10 min saved

Concerns Rise Over Lead and Toxins in Popular Protein Powders and Snacks

Consumer Reports tested five popular chocolate protein powders and found all had low levels of lead, with most below safety concern thresholds, highlighting that safer manufacturing is possible despite industry-wide regulatory gaps and inconsistent heavy metal levels across products.

via Consumer Reports|

#consumer-safety #health-and-safety #heavy-metals

health2 months ago•1 min saved

Pain Ointment Recalled Nationwide Over Child Safety Risks

Mamisan lidocaine pain ointment sold at Target and Walmart has been recalled due to a missing child-resistant lid, posing a poisoning risk to children if swallowed. About 50,000 jars with UPC code 860006498115 are affected, and consumers are advised to secure the product out of children's reach and contact the company for a free replacement lid.

via AL.com|

#child-safety #consumer-safety #health

business2 months ago•3 min saved

EU to introduce €3 duty on small parcels from July 2026

The EU plans to strengthen regulations and enforcement to combat the influx of unsafe products from China sold on online platforms like Shein and Alibaba, aiming to better protect consumers and ensure fair competition, amid rising concerns over dangerous goods and inadequate current measures.

via Financial Times|

#business #chinese-parcels #consumer-safety

technology4 months ago•51 min saved

Ask HN: Current Projects (October 2025)

A solo project called laboratory.love enables crowdfunding for independent lab testing of consumer products to detect harmful chemicals, aiming to increase market transparency and promote safer supply chains through publicly shared results, with ongoing product funding and testing.

via Hacker News|

#chemical-detection #consumer-safety #crowdfunding

technology5 months ago•0 min saved

Man Discovers Surprising Contents in Refurbished iPhones from Temu

A man purchased two refurbished iPhones from Temu and discovered issues upon opening them, highlighting potential concerns with refurbished electronics sold online.

via SlashGear|

#consumer-safety #electronics #refurbished-iphones

world5 months ago•3 min saved

Amazon Recalls 500,000+ Baby Products and Consumer Items Over Safety Risks

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced recalls of over 500,000 Amazon-distributed products including power banks, dressers, fans, baby tools, and helmets due to fire, tip-over, and safety hazards, with recommended alternatives and safety tips provided.

via NBC News|

#amazon-recall #baby-products #consumer-safety

safety-recall5 months ago•1 min saved

Anker Recalls Nearly 500,000 Power Banks Over Fire Risks

Anker has recalled certain power banks due to fire and burn hazards, as announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, emphasizing the importance of consumer safety and proper reporting channels.

via U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov)|

#anker #consumer-safety #fire-hazard

consumer-safety5 months ago•2 min saved

Costco Recalls Prosecco Over Bottle Explosion Risk

Costco has issued a warning for consumers who purchased Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene, as some unopened bottles may shatter unexpectedly. Customers are advised not to open or return the bottles but to dispose of them safely, and are eligible for a full refund by presenting the recall letter. The bottles were sold in several states between April and August 2025, with the cause of the shattering not fully explained.

via Gizmodo|

#consumer-safety #costco #prosecco

consumer-safety6 months ago•2 min saved

Safety Alert: Fake Labubu Dolls Pose Serious Risks to Children

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an urgent warning about fake Labubu dolls, which pose serious choking and safety risks to children due to poor manufacturing and small parts that can be ingested or cause suffocation. Consumers are advised to buy only authentic Labubu products and to be vigilant for signs of counterfeit items, such as lack of holographic stickers, QR codes, UV stamps, and differences in appearance.

via CBS News|

#choking-hazard #consumer-safety #cpsc

business6 months ago•2 min saved

Welsh Company Withdraws Products Amid TikTok Shop Fake Prompts

An entrepreneur from Wales, Lucie Macleod of Hair Syrup, reports fake versions of her haircare products being sold on TikTok Shop, which has impacted her sales and customer trust. She criticizes the platform's easy seller approval process and the difficulty in removing counterfeit listings, prompting her to shift sales to more traditional retailers. Experts warn about the dangers of counterfeit products and the need for better platform safeguards.

via BBC|

#business #consumer-safety #counterfeit-products

consumer-safety6 months ago•2 min saved

Over 120,000 Home Depot Ladders Recalled for Fall Hazard Risks

Werner has recalled over 122,000 Multi-Max Pro ladders sold at Home Depot due to a faulty locking mechanism that can fail, posing a fall and injury risk. Owners are advised to stop using the ladders immediately, register for a refund, and properly dispose of them. The recall affects specific models sold between 2021 and 2024, with reports of falls and injuries linked to the defect.

via OregonLive.com|

#consumer-safety #fall-risk #home-depot

food6 months ago•1 min saved

Nationwide Coffee Recall Due to Potential Glass Contamination

Dollar General has recalled certain lots of Clover Valley instant coffee sold nationwide due to potential glass contamination, after a customer report; no injuries have been reported, and customers are advised to discard the product and seek a refund.

via ABC News|

#coffee-recall #consumer-safety #dollar-general

health-and-safety7 months ago•1 min saved

Over 67,000 Cases of Deodorant Recalled Nationwide

Over 67,000 cases of Power Stick deodorant have been recalled nationwide due to an unspecified cGMP deviation by A.P. Deauville, LLC, with no details on the impact or consumer guidance provided by the FDA.

via MLive.com|

#cgmp-deviation #consumer-safety #deodorant-recall