Q&A: Have you heard about the toothpastte recall????
Question by dk: Have you heard about the toothpastte recall????
Toothpaste made in China and distribbed here has been recalled. Go to www.msnbc.com and its there. sort of buried but its there. have a nice day : )
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Answer by prager_m
DEG in Toothpaste from China
updated June 15, 2007
Introduction
FDA has found a poisonous chemical, diethylene glycol (DEG), in certain toothpastes imported from China. The agency increased its scrutiny and testing of imported toothpaste and dental products after receiving reports in late May 2007 of contaminated Chinese dental products found in several countries, including Panama.
The agency is warning consumers to avoid using tubes of toothpaste labeled as made in China and, through an import alert, is stopping all suspect toothpaste from entering the United States. FDA continues to investigate this problem and will take further action, as appropriate, to address this important public safety issue. View News Updates
List of Toothpaste Products
FDA has identified the following brands of toothpaste from China that have been found to contain a poisonous chemical called diethylene glycol (DEG). The products typically are sold at low-cost, “bargain” retail outlets.
Manufacturer: Goldcredit International Enterprises LTD Products: (MainStar America, Selective Imports, Donnamax)
Dr. Cool Coolmint
Superdent Coolmint
Cooldent Coolmint
Cooldent Spearmint
Cooldent Fluoride
Everfresh Assortment
BrightMax
DentaPro
Dentakleen
Dentakleen Junior Brand – Strawberry
Dentakleen Junior Brand – Blueberry
Manufacturer: Gold Credit International Trading Co LTD Products:
Bright Max Peppermint Flavor
Clean Rite Toothpaste
Clean Rite Toothpaste Kit
Oralmax Extreme Action Kit
Oral Bright Fresh Spearmint Flavor
DentaKleen
DentaKleen Junior
DentaPro
Manufacturer: Suzhou City Jinmao Daily Chemicals Co. Ltd.
Product: (Gold City Enterprises/New Star, Miami, FL)
ShiR Fresh Mint Fluoride Paste
ShiRFresh Toothpaste
ShiRFresh Mint
ShiRFresh Ice Mint
Manufacturer Shanghai Light Industrial Products:
Freshh Spearmint (Following up with Mandalay International, Ogden, UT)
MFR Unknown:
Crescent Toothpaste (Dollar Ocean #4, Wheaton, MD and H&Y Trading Co, Capitol Heights, MD)
Naturabella nino Dusanzo (Certejenas Inc., Cidra, PR)
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FDA has identified the following counterfeit products:
Manufacturer: Unknown
counterfeit toothpaste falsely packaged as “Colgate,” manufactured in South Africa
counterfeit tooth gel falsely packaged as “Colgate,” manufactured in South Africa (may not contain DEG)
Recalled Toothpaste Products
MainStar America, LLC Issues Urgent Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Toothpaste (June 13, 2007)
MS USA Trading, Inc. Recalls “Colgate Toothpaste” Because of Possible Health Risk (June 13, 2007)
Pitusa, National Lumber, Everything To Weight, Supermarkets and Supermarkets Pitusa Recalls Dentakleen, BrightMax, DentaPro, and Dentakleen Junior Toothpastes (June 8, 2007)
Gold City Enterprise Recalls ShiR Toothpastes (June 8, 2007)
News Updates
Update: MainStar America initiated a nationwide recall of toothpaste made in China. The recall was initiated because the products may contain the poisonous chemical diethylene glycol. Consumers who have one of the recalled products should stop using the product, return the product to the store where it was purchased, or throw the product away. See the Firm’s press release for a list of product lot numbers associated with this recall. (June 15, 2007)
Update: The Colgate-Palmolive Company warned that counterfeit toothpaste falsely packaged as “Colgate” has been found in several dollar-type discount stores in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. There are indications that the product does not contain fluoride and may contain diethylene glycol. Consumers who suspect they may have purchased a counterfeit product can call Colgate’s toll-free number 1-800-468-6502. Press Release — Counterfeit Colgate Toothpaste Found (June 14, 2007)
Update: MS USA Inc. of North Bergen, New Jersey initiated a recall of counterfeit Colgate toothpaste that FDA has determined is contaminated with DEG. Press Release — Firm Recall (June 13, 2007)
Update: Gold City Enterprise LLC of Hallandale, Florida initiated a nationwide recall of toothpaste made in China because the products may contain the poisonous chemical diethylene glycol (DEG), a substance used in antifreeze and as a solvent. The substance is a central nervous system depressant and potent kidney and liver toxin. See the company’s news release for a listing of the lot numbersfor the recalled products. Additionally, Pitusa, National Lumber, Everything to Weight, Supermarkets and Supermarkets Pitusa of Carolina, Puerto Rico recalled all dental toothpaste with the origin “Made in China” due to possible contamination with DEG. The recall includes the following product sizes with dental brushes, 6.4 oz, 1.76 oz, and 50 grams for children. See the Pitusa, National Lumber’s news release for the various names under which the recalled products are sold. (June 13, 2007)
FDA Advises Consumers to Avoid Toothpaste From China Containing Harmful Chemical (June 1, 2007)
Import Alert #66-74, “Detention without Physical Examination of Dentifrice Products Containing Diethylene Glycol (DEG) (May 31, 2007)
Toothpaste Imported From China May Contain Diethylene Glycol (Medwatch, June 1, 2007)
Transcripts of FDA Press Conference on Toothpaste from China that Contains DEG
June 1, 2007 [pdf, 180 KB]
What is FDA doing?
Consumer Update: Warning: Toothpaste From China
How Do I Report a Toothpaste Complaint?
Please contact your Consumer Complaint Coordinator
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Pet food recall!?
Question by Katherine S: Pet food recall!?
I know of the website www.menufoods.com which shows the list of recalled canned and pouched foods for dogs and cats. However, last night on the news the news people said that there is another recall of dog food and cat food, but this time it is dry food. But they didnt say which dry foods it was. Does anyone on here by chance know what dry foods are on the recalled list? I would like to let my friend know soon because I think that the food she feeds her kitties is one on the recall list.
Thanks for you help in advance.
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Answer by Amanda D
Ekenuba wasn’t I am thankful for that. My dogs eat it.
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Pet food recall are you using this product?
Question by : Pet food recall are you using this product?
Procter and Gamble has recalled various types of dry pet food because they could be contaminated with salmonella. The recall includes certain Iams dry dog and cat foods and Eukanuba dog foods.
The affected product was sent to retailers across the United States. All of them were made at a single P&G manufacturing site within a 10-day period.
Pets infected with salmonella may be lethargic and have diarrhea and vomiting. Pets carrying the illness can pass it on to humans. People infected with salmonella may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain and fever. Anyone with these symptoms should contact their health-care provider.
No salmonella-related illnesses from the pet food have been reported so far.
Consumers who purchased a recalled product should stop using it and contact P&G toll free at 800-208-0172 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET).
Visit news.pg.com/press-release/pg-corporate-announcements/pg-voluntarily-recalls-limited-quantity-dry-pet-food-due-po for a complete list of affected products
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Answer by mackenzie
I don't use this brand
But if you do you should try BLUE BUFFALO form pet smart you can choose Puppy Adult Senior type ask a pet smart associate for more advice
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what should i do i have some of the recalled dog food?
Question by jack bauer my hero: what should i do i have some of the recalled dog food?
i bought some of the dog food that was on the list….normally i dont feed my dog wet food except for a treat….luckly i watched the news b4 i fed my dog so shes ok. But can i get a refund for the food i bought?? It was Purina’s Alpo Prime Cuts in Gravy Beef….this is the sight that told me it was recalled. http://www.purina.com/Company/Press/2007/MightyDog.aspx
i just want my money back now!! i didnt waste my money on tainted dog food!!
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Answer by Dustin Q
Here is a quote off that link you posted:
“Purina guarantees all of its products, and consumers can receive the full replacement value of the recalled products. Consumers can visit us at www.purina.com or call 1-800-218-5898 to receive more information.”
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What is a Car Recall?
Question by answers4evry1: What is a Car Recall?
I called the dealer, and they asked me for the VIN number to “check” any recall. I gave it to this guy, and he said: There’s no recall.
What does that exactly mean?
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Answer by Jeff
A recall is when a car manufacturer finds out after a car has hit the market that a part is unsafe or unreliable (though further testing or reports from dealerships of a large number of failures). What they will do is develop a fix to the problem, replacing or repairing the part that is at fault. They will announce that fix and what years/models of vehicles are affected to the dealerships and owners.
When you bring your car in, they can look up the VIN to see if there are any recalls that need to be performed. Once they are performed, they mark your VIN down as being completed (so that a different dealership won’t re-do the fix later). “No recalls” is a good thing, as it means that there are no known unsafe or unreliable parts on your vehicle, or that any of those recall repairs have already been done.
(Note that in the Wikipedia article below, it refers to general product recalls. With most products, you would simply return the product for a refund, but with cars being so expensive, they will repair just the part the needs to be fixed)
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Does anyone on here know anything about the colgate toothpaste recall?
Question by Katherine S: Does anyone on here know anything about the colgate toothpaste recall?
I am wondering if any of you know anything about this and as far as the toothpaste goes, which colgate toothpaste is it exactly? I am currently using that and am wanting to make sure mine isnt the one that is on recall. I appreciate your answers.
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Answer by Pegasus90
Google colgate toothpaste recall. That will get you the newest news if it is not just a rumor. I have not heard this one yet, so I will be taking my own advice, as I use Colgate, too.
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New Toy Recall?
Question by Mom22: New Toy Recall?
Did they release the list of toys on the newest Mattel Toy recall yet? If so can someone link me? Thank you!
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Answer by Raquel D
Yes.. they released a list… you can view it here:
http://service.mattel.com/us/recall/default.asp?recall_id=52430
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Q&A: Does This Laptop Have The INTEL Recall?!!?
Question by Peter: Does This Laptop Have The INTEL Recall?!!?
Does This Laptop Have The INTEL Chip Recall?!!
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Answer by Bassman1
Go to the lap top manufacturer support website to check for any and all recalls even for battery.
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What products are included on the Smith And Nephew Recall?
Question by Joselito: What products are included on the Smith And Nephew Recall?
I mean I was curious since I got a hip implant on for a year now from the company and it has been said there is a recall i just dont know.
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Answer by Jack
I have read on a site that the R3 is the one that has been recalled due to some reason that they have not revealed fully for what reason, and things get hanged up leaving people getting some conclusions that it was defective.
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Why are there so many recalls in 2010?
Question by rubber ducky: Why are there so many recalls in 2010?
I do not know if u have realized but we have had so many recalls. Such as kids medicine, such as Tylenol and Motrin and Zyrtec. even allergy medicines. There are also so many car recalls, Toyota and Chrysler. Then we have the McDonald Shrek cups which have cadmium which give cancer. Jewelry such as Claire’s and Miley Cyrus’ Wall-Mart brand also have the same problem! Most of the things we probably use have problems too. What can we do? and why is this happening?
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Answer by Richard K l
It really seems like there are a lot of recalls lately but they have been going on for a long time but have been covered up. I’m noticing that most of the stuff is from China who in my opinion is trying to poison us purposely a little at a time because “They” want to be the kings of the world. They really don’t have to invade our shores. All they have to do is disrupt our economy by sending crap over here to poison our kids and cause inconveniences in our daily lives. Think about that.
Almost every kind of toy or household equipment comes from China. What easier way to get rid of us slowly. simply my opinion.
edit: I’m not anti-Chinese but it looks obvious to me.
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