Rockline Industries is recalling wet wipes sold under various names at Wal-Mart and Sam's Club stores from Aug. 21 to Nov. 17 because they could contain a bacteria known as Burkholderia cepacia (B. cepacia). People with weakened immune systems or chronic lung diseases, particularly cystic fibrosis (CF), may be more susceptible to infections with B. cepacia, which also is a known cause of infections in hospitalized patients, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Products that are affected will likely have a bad odor described as sour milk, Rockline said.
The affected wipes have lot codes, different from bar codes, that begin with the word Lot and a series of five digits from 06233 to 06253. These numbers will be followed by either 0220197 or 0220693. Packages may be returned for replacement or a refund.
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The affected wipes have lot codes, different from bar codes, that begin with the word Lot and a series of five digits from 06233 to 06253. These numbers will be followed by either 0220197 or 0220693. Packages may be returned for replacement or a refund.
Copyright 2006 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed