Cottonelle controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
Kimberly-Clark recalls Cottonelle flushable wipes
Recall announced
Kimberly-Clark recalled Cottonelle Flushable Wipes and Cottonelle GentlePlus Flushable Wipes in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean because they may contain Pluralibacter gergoviae, which can pose an infection risk. Kimberly-Clark said there had been a low rate of non-serious complaints, including irritation and minor infections.
Source excerpt
The bacterium, pluralibacter gergoviae, may cause a higher risk for those that have a weakened immune system, suffer from a pre-existing condition, have been treated surgically, or belong to a more sensitive group of individuals, the company said.
Hygiene product producer Kimberly-Clark (KMB) has recalled its Cottonelle Flushable Wipes and Cottonelle GentlePlus Flushable Wipes throughout the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean because they may contain the bacterium, which can lead to infection.