Clorox Recalls 6.3 Million Bottles of Mistolin and Lestoil Cleaners Over Bacteria Risk to Vulnerable Users
Clorox is recalling 6.3 million bottles of scented Mistolin and Lestoil cleaners in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to potential Pseudomonas aeruginosa contamination. The recall affects products with date codes starting 'PR01' and made between April 2025 and June 2026. Vulnerable users, such as those with weakened immune systems or medical devices, are at risk. No injuries have been reported. Clorox offers refunds for affected products.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The recall could affect consumer confidence and lead to short‑term sales dip, but broader brand remains strong.
Market read
Recall is region‑specific with limited immediate financial impact, but signals potential quality control risks for Clorox.
What to watch
Potential regulatory follow‑up could increase compliance costs for Clorox's manufacturing processes.
Background
Clorox previously recalled Pine‑Sol cleaners in 2022 for the same bacterial issue, indicating possible systemic quality control concerns.
Ticker impact
Clorox announced a recall of 6.3 million bottles of Mistolin and Lestoil cleaners due to bacterial contamination risk.
Modest downside pressure pending market reaction to recall news.
Recall size is sizable but limited to Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands; no injuries reported, so impact likely limited.
Market effects
Consumer‑goods and household‑cleaner sector may see heightened scrutiny on product safety.
Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands retailers could see short‑term inventory adjustments.
Limited, as recall is region‑specific and does not affect global supply.
Counterpoint
Recall may be overblown; limited geography and no injuries could keep stock stable.
Key entities
- companyClorox Manufacturing Company of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Manufacturer of the recalled cleaning products.
- regulatorConsumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Issued the recall notice.
