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Baby wipes sold at Target recalled for harmful bacteria

Baby wipes sold at Target recalled for harmful bacteria

Photo: Saga Communications/fda.gov


ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – Target is recalling baby wipes sold in stores and on its website.

FDA officials say certain batches of Up & Up fragrance-free and fresh cucumber-scented baby wipes may contain bacteria that can cause serious infections.

The bacteria, identified as Burkholderia cepacia and Burkholderia gladioli, are especially dangerous to infants, young children, and people with weakened immune systems.

Affected Product Details 

Up & Up Fragrance Free Baby Wipes

Manufacturing Date Code – November 7, 2025 (071125X/XX) to May 5, 2026 (050526X/XXX)

Expiration Date – Between May 10, 2028 (100528) through November 5, 2028 (051128)

  • 20 count: UPC 085239265956
  • 72 Count: UPC 085239265949
  • 216 Count: UPC 085239265963
  • 800 Count: UPC 085239266137
  • 1200 Count: UPC 085239266090

Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes

Manufacturing Date Code – December 29, 2025 (291225X/XX) to December 30, 2025 (301225X/XX)

Expiration Date – Between June 29, 2028 (290628) through June 30, 2028 (300628)

  • 72 Count: UPC 085239265970
  • 216 Count: UPC 085239265994
  • 800 Count: UPC 085239265987

Both Target and the product manufacturer, Sapro Temizlik Urunleri, have received complaints of adverse events potentially associated with product use. Consumers are advised to immediately discontinue use and return them to any Target store for a refund.

Questions? Call Target Guest Relations at (800) 440-0680. You can read more from the FDA here

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