Jergens Lotion Recall

The Prices and Consumer Affairs Division is asking consumers to check their 3-ounce and 10- ounce bottles of Jergens Ultra Healing Moisturizer. According to the FDA, it is possible the bottles of lotion are contaminated with a harmful bacteria called Pluralibacter Gergoviae that could cause infections in people with weakened immune systems.

The Jergens products that are part of the recall were manufactured between October 1-18, 2021, and have a Lot Code on the back or the bottom of the bottle that starts with the letters “ZU.”

IDENTIFYING  THE AFFECTED  PRODUCTS

  • The affected lot codes for the 3 oz size (UPC 019100109971) for single bottles and 0191002671 14 for pack of 3) can be found on the back of the bottle printed in black ink and begin with the prefix “ZU”:

ZU712851 ZU712911

ZU712861 ZU722851

ZU712871 ZU722881

ZU712881

First Image: 3oz. Jergens Lotion and Second Image 10oz, Jergens Lotion

  • The affected lot codes for the 10 oz size (UPC 019100109988) can be found on the bottom of the bottle printed in black ink and begin with the prefix “ZU”: 

ZU722741        ZU732791

ZU722771 ZU732801

ZU722781 ZU732811

ZU732781        ZU732821

Should consumers have the affected product in their possession, the Division is asking them to discontinue use and to report the matter to the Division so that the Central Board of Health can take the necessary action to remove and discard the product. Consumers are asked to return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.