KOTEX controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
U by Kotex Sleek tampon recall
Certain U by Kotex Sleek tampons were recalled after reports that they could break apart during removal and leave fragments in the body, sometimes requiring medical attention.
2012
Stolen rejected tampons warning
Kimberly-Clark warned that rejected Kotex tampons had allegedly been stolen and sold publicly. The company said the products posed only a minor health risk, but the incident raised concerns about unauthorized distribution and product quality.
2004
Red Dot advertising controversy
KOTEX advertising featuring an anthropomorphic red dot and menstrual wordplay was criticized as potentially inappropriate for children who might see the campaign without understanding its intended meaning. The related slogan was later withdrawn.