A Household Cleaner Recall Is Turning Heads Nationwide
If you’ve bought stain remover in the last few years, this recall is worth paying attention to.
A popular household cleaning spray sold at major retailers across Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, and beyond has been recalled due to possible contamination with a dangerous bacterium that medical experts say can be extremely difficult to treat.
What Product Is Being Recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers, including both Fresh Clean Scent and Orange Twist Scent varieties. The recall affects 24-ounce, 32-ounce, and 1-gallon bottles, along with some bundles that included a UV light attachment.
In total, about 1.5 million units were sold in the United States, with additional products sold in Canada. These cleaners were widely available at Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, Meijer, Staples, TJ Maxx, and online retailers like Amazon and Chewy between March 2019 and December 2025.
Why This Recall Matters
According to federal officials, the recalled products may be contaminated with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium commonly found in soil and water. While it exists naturally in the environment, medical experts say it can pose serious risks under the right conditions.
The National Institutes of Health describes this bacterium as extremely challenging to treat in modern medicine, particularly when infections become established. WebMD notes that it thrives in wet environments like kitchens, bathrooms, sinks, pools, and even on fruits and vegetables.
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Symptoms To Watch For
Infections linked to this bacterium can affect many parts of the body. Symptoms may include ear pain or discharge, skin rashes with pus-filled bumps, eye redness or swelling, joint or bone pain that lingers for weeks, green or fruity-smelling wound discharge, digestive issues like diarrhea or headaches, pneumonia-like coughing, urinary tract infections, and fever in more severe cases.
People with weakened immune systems, underlying lung conditions, or external medical devices face a higher risk, though those with healthy immune systems are usually not affected.
What To Do If You Have It
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product. To receive a refund, take a photo of the bottle with the word “recalled” and your initials written on it, then email it to productrecall@angryorange.com.
Do not empty the bottle before disposal, and do not attempt to recycle it. The product should be thrown away in its original container with household trash, according to the CPSC.
If you’re unsure whether the cleaner under your sink is affected, checking now could prevent bigger problems later.
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