CPSC Recalls 1.5 Million Angry Orange Stain Removers

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall Thursday for approximately 1.5 million bottles of Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Remover sold at major retailers across the country, citing potential contamination with bacteria that could pose health risks to vulnerable individuals.

The products, distributed by Boston-based Thrasio under the Angry Orange brand, may contain Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental bacterium commonly found in soil and water. While healthy individuals are typically unaffected, the commission warned that people with weakened immune systems, underlying lung conditions, or external medical devices face a risk of serious infection if exposed. The bacteria can enter the body through inhalation, the eyes, or breaks in the skin, potentially requiring medical treatment, according to the CPSC.

The recall covers bottles in Fresh Clean and Orange Twist scents, available in 24-ounce, 32-ounce, and one-gallon sizes. The orange and white containers feature prominent labeling as "Angry Orange Stain Odor Remover." Some units were sold as bundles including a UV light attachment for the spray bottle. Manufactured in the United States, the products retailed...