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Kao USA Recalls Oribe Shampoo Over Bacterial Contamination Concerns
CINCINNATI – July 1, 2026 – Kao USA Inc. announced a voluntary recall of select lots of its premium Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo on Wednesday, citing the detection of Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria in certain units distributed across the United States and Canada.
The recall, conducted in coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, applies specifically to the 8.5 oz and 33.8 oz sizes of the shampoo. The company initiated the recall after identifying the bacteria during internal quality checks, although further investigation is ongoing to confirm the full scope of the issue.
Limited Health Risk, But Precaution Urged for Vulnerable Groups
According to the company, Pluralibacter gergoviae poses minimal medical risk to healthy individuals. However, Kao USA warned that consumers with compromised immune systems or certain underlying health conditions may be more susceptible to infection. Regardless of health status, the company is urging anyone in possession of the affected products to discontinue use immediately.
Affected Product Identification
The recall is limited to shampoo units manufactured during a narrow window—between February 21, 2026, and February 26, 2026. Consumers can identify the impacted products by checking the lot codes printed in black ink on the bottom of each bottle:
- 8.5 oz size (UPC 840035231242): Lot code YR010556
- 33.8 oz size (UPC 840035231273): Lot codes YR010566 and YR010576
Products bearing lot codes that do not match these prefixes are not affected by the recall.
Consumer Guidance and Company Response
Kao USA has instructed consumers not to use the recalled shampoo. Customers seeking a replacement or further information can contact the Kao Professional Hair Technical Hotline at 800-333-2442 or send an email to oribecomplaints@kao.com.
The company is actively working to remove the affected lots from its warehouses and has asked retail and salon partners to immediately pull the products from their shelves and return them for safe disposal.
“The safety of our products and consumers is our highest priority,” Kao USA stated in the recall announcement. The company noted that it is reviewing manufacturing practices with its partners to help prevent similar issues in the future.
Kao USA Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan-based Kao Corporation, manufactures premium beauty care brands distributed globally.
Korean Seafood Company Recalls Sashimi Products Over Undeclared Allergens in Condiment Packets
BUSAN, South Korea / WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 1, 2026 – Eunha Fisheries Co., Ltd. has issued a recall for certain frozen olive flounder and halibut sashimi products distributed in the United States, citing a critical labeling failure: the accompanying soy sauce and vinegar red pepper paste packets contain wheat, soy, and sesame that are not declared in English on the individual condiment sachets.
While the allergens are clearly listed on the outer packaging of the products, the omission on the individual condiment packets presents a significant health risk to consumers with allergies or severe sensitivities. The company initiated the recall with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Widespread Distribution Across U.S. Markets
The affected products were distributed in the United States through WOOLTARI USA Inc. and JAYONE FOODS, Inc. They reached consumers via retail stores, direct delivery services, and the online platform wooltariusa.com. To date, Eunha Fisheries has confirmed that no illnesses have been reported in connection with the products.
Specific Products and Identifiers
The recall involves two specific products, both packaged in fish-shaped plastic trays with paper sleeves. Consumers are urged to check their freezers for the following items:
- Sliced Korean Halibut with Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Vinegar Chili Paste
- UPC: 6 78108 16991 4
- Net Weight: 12.2 oz (347g)
- Best Before Date: 2026.05.07
- Included Condiments: Soy Sauce, Vinegar Red Pepper Paste, Wasabi
- Undeclared Allergens: Soy and Wheat
- Sliced Korean Halibut with Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Vinegar Chili Paste (Flounder Sashimi)
- EAN-13: 8 809342 366186
- Net Weight: 300g
- Best Before Dates: 2026.07.11 and 2026.12.08
- Included Condiments: Soy Sauce, Vinegar Red Pepper Paste, Wasabi
- Undeclared Allergens: Soy, Wheat, and Sesame
Root Cause of the Recall
The recall was triggered after the company determined that the condiment packets included with the seafood did not carry allergen warnings in English. Although the allergens were printed on the outer retail package, the failure to replicate this information on the individual packets violates FDA allergen labeling requirements and poses a serious risk to consumers who may not realize the sachets contain allergenic ingredients.
For individuals with allergies or severe sensitivities to wheat, soy, or sesame, consumption of these products could result in serious or life-threatening anaphylactic reactions.
Consumer Advisory
Consumers who have purchased the affected items and have a known sensitivity to any of the listed allergens are strongly advised not to consume the product. The company urges customers to discard the affected sashimi or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Contact Information
Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Eunha Fisheries Co., Ltd. directly via email at hyeonjung.min@eeunha.com or by telephone at +82-51-831-1622.
Company representatives are available to respond to inquiries according to the following schedule (GMT-4):
Monday through Friday: 7:00 PM to 4:00 AM (Eastern Time) / 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM (Pacific Time).
Mars Petcare Recalls Pedigree Dog Food Sold Fraudulently Due to Metal and Plastic Hazards
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – July 2, 2026 – Mars Petcare US Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for two lots of PEDIGREE wet dog food after discovering that products intended for destruction were fraudulently diverted and sold into the U.S. marketplace, potentially containing sharp metal and plastic foreign material that poses a serious health risk to pets.
The recall applies exclusively to PEDIGREE® Can High Protein Chopped Chicken & Duck Flavor in 13.2 oz cans. According to the company, the affected lots—613C3KKCFC and 613C1KKCFC—had failed to meet Mars and PEDIGREE’s stringent safety and quality standards and were sent to a third-party vendor for disposal. However, the company later determined that the product appears to have been illegally diverted and offered for sale to consumers.
Potential Health Risks to Pets
The presence of hard, sharp metal and plastic fragments in the canned food could cause significant injury to dogs. Health risks range from choking to lacerations and gastrointestinal blockages, which may require surgical intervention. Mars Petcare has urged any consumer who has fed the recalled product to their dog and is concerned to contact their veterinarian immediately.
Despite the concerning discovery, the company confirmed that no related reports of pet illness or injury have been received to date.
Product Identification and Consumer Action
The recall applies only to the two lot codes listed above. No other PEDIGREE products or Mars Petcare US brands are affected.
Consumers who believe they have purchased the impacted product are strongly advised not to feed it to their animals. Instead, they should contact PEDIGREE Consumer Care to initiate a return and receive a replacement product.
Company Response and Investigation
Mars Petcare stated it is working closely with authorities to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the fraudulent diversion of the product.
“We are committed to protecting pets and helping consumers identify and remove the affected products from use,” the company said in its official announcement.
Consumers with questions or seeking a replacement can reach PEDIGREE Consumer Care at 1-800-525-5273. The hotline operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Central Daylight Time (CDT), and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM CDT. Additional information is also available at https://www.pedigree.com/update.
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