Aroma-care shower units produced by Kneipp are being withdrawn from the market.
Kneipp Recalls Aroma Care Shower Gel Due to Bacterial Contamination
The German company Kneipp has issued a recall for several batches of its Aroma Care Shower Gel "Joy of Life" due to the detection of the bacterium Burkholderia cepacia. The affected batches include 2506917, 2506918, and 2506919.
The bacterium can potentially cause infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems or pre-existing health conditions. For healthy individuals, the risk is considered low but not zero. Therefore, use of the affected batches should be avoided to prevent potential infections.
Users are strongly advised not to use these products any further. The sale and distribution of these batches have already been stopped by the company. Customers can return the affected products to the place of purchase for a refund.
The batch code can be found on the upper seam of the tube, and the product size is 200ml with EAN 4008233114781. For questions or concerns, customers can contact Kneipp's customer service by phone or email:
- Phone: 0 800 563 477 46 36 (Mon-Thurs 10:00–17:00, Fri 10:00–15:00)
- Email: [email protected]
The company has taken immediate action to stop the sale and distribution of the affected batches and has provided guidance on the safety of the product for people without health issues. The recall is due to the detection of bacteria Burkholderia cepacia in the affected batches.
Kneipp, based in Würzburg, Germany, is a well-known company in the health and beauty industry. The company's decision to recall the product is based on the potential risks of the bacteria Burkholderia cepacia found in the affected batches.
[1] Kneipp Recall Notice [2] Burkholderia cepacia Information [3] Kneipp Customer Service Contact Information
- Given the detection of the bacterium Burkholderia cepacia in certain batches of Kneipp's Aroma Care Shower Gel "Joy of Life," it is essential to mobilize health-and-wellness awareness about the potential risks associated with the use of such contaminated products.
- In light of the ongoing scientific research, it is crucial to remember that regular therapies-and-treatments can help strengthen the immune system, potentially reducing the risks of bacterial infections like the one caused by Burkholderia cepacia.
