The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a nationwide recall of over 67,000 cases of Power Stick deodorants due to manufacturing deviations.
Why it matters: The recall affects a popular deodorant brand sold at major retailers, raising concerns about product safety and compliance with manufacturing regulations.
The details:
- The voluntary recall was initiated by manufacturer A.P. Deauville and involves three specific Power Stick products.
- 21,265 cases of Power Stick for Her Roll-on Antiperspirant Deodorant Powder Fresh, 22,482 cases of Power Stick Invisible Protection Roll-On Antiperspirant Deodorant Spring Fresh, and 23,467 cases of Power Stick Original Nourishing Invisible Protection Roll-On Antiperspirant Deodorant are affected.
- The recall stems from “cGMP deviations,” which refers to Current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations that ensure product safety and ingredient accuracy.
- The affected products were distributed nationwide and sold at retailers including Walmart, Dollar Tree, and Amazon.
The FDA advises consumers who have purchased the recalled products to stop using them and dispose of the items.
The background: Food and product recalls are not uncommon, with approximately 300 food recalls issued in 2024, linked to nearly 1,400 illnesses, 487 hospitalizations, and 19 deaths.
What’s next: Consumers can refer to the FDA’s official recall notice for specific lot numbers included in the recall and seek further instructions from the place of purchase or contact the manufacturer for more information.
