Massive Laundry Detergent Recall May Impact Maine

This popular laundry detergent brand has recently issued a recall for one of its products, as it may contain harmful bacteria.

It’s important to stay up to date on recalls because you never know when something you use every day could be affected. Even trusted products can have issues, so it’s always smart to double-check for safety.

With that in mind, what are the details regarding this recall? What brand is it? Where was it sold, and how might it impact Maine?

Reckitt has recalled about 16,200 bottles of Woolite Delicates detergent (50-fluid-ounce size) due to possible contamination with bacteria.

The detergent may contain Pseudomonas species, which are commonly found in soil and water.

While healthy people are unlikely to be affected, those with weakened immune systems or medical devices are at risk of serious infection. The bacteria can enter the body through the eyes or broken skin.

As of March 27th, 2025, no injuries or illnesses have been reported. The recall was announced on March 20th, 2025.

The recall is for 50-fluid-ounce bottles of Woolite Delicates detergent that were sold exclusively on Amazon.com in January 2025 for between $14 and $17.

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Consumers should stop using them immediately and contact Reckitt for a full refund by following the instructions provided on the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website.

The recall includes bottles with lot codes S24364, S24365, and S24366. Once refunded, the product should be tightly sealed and disposed of in the household trash—do not empty or recycle the bottle.

There you have it. There has been a recall on Woolite Delicates detergent in 50-fluid-ounce bottles, purchased online, which means it could be in Maine.

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