Laxative Recalled Over Out of Specification Microbial Counts

MPL Laboratories provides microbial and sterility testing services for over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, personal care products, and other goods at its FDA registered, cGMP, and ISO 17025 compliant testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, October 17, 2025 Last month, Health Canada issued a recall for an over-the-counter laxative tablet intended for temporary relief of constipation. The active ingredient in this product is sennosides, a vegetable laxative extracted from the senna plant. This recall pertains to a single lot at the retailer level and underscores the necessity of stringent product testing to ensure consumer safety.   The recall was initiated after testing revealed the affected lot exceeded acceptable limits for both total yeast and mold.......[Read More] [All News]

When Product Contamination Triggers Recalls: The Expensive Reality for Manufacturers

MPL Laboratories provides testing services for consumer goods, personal care products, cosmetics, over-the-counter medicines, and pharmaceuticals at its FDA-registered, cGMP, and ISO 17025-compliant testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, October 10, 2025 Product recalls caused by contamination issues can have devastating financial consequences for manufacturers. Beyond the immediate costs of retrieving, replacing, and safely disposing of affected products, companies often face significant expenses related to logistics, crisis management, and regulatory compliance. In industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, these costs can quickly escalate into millions of dollars, straining budgets and putting pressure on long-term financial.......[Read More] [All News]

Nasal Wash Product Recalled Over Microbial Contamination Concerns

MPL Laboratories provides microbial testing services for consumer goods, personal care products, cosmetics, over-the-counter medicines, and pharmaceuticals at its FDA registered, cGMP, and ISO 17025 compliant testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, September 25, 2025 Recently, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) posted information about a company’s voluntary recall of one lot of a nasal wash system to the consumer level. The recall was initiated due to a confirmed test result of microbial contamination of the product with Staphylococcus aureus.   According to the recall notice, use of the product, contaminated with S. aureus, can result in blood infections in users whose nasal mucosa may be compromised due to inflammation and mechanical.......[Read More] [All News]

FDA Warns Consumers and Retailers of Contaminated Tattoo Ink Products

MPL Laboratories provides microbial testing services for consumer goods, personal care products, cosmetics, over-the-counter medicines, and pharmaceuticals at its FDA registered, cGMP, and ISO 17025 compliant testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, September 19, 2025 The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently published an agency announcement warning consumers, tattoo artists, and retailers of two tattoo inks offered by a company that are contaminated with bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The FDA became aware of the contaminated tattoo inks through its routine surveys of marketed tattoo inks, and subsequent microbiological analysis of sampled tattoo inks.   According to the agency: Tattoo inks contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms can.......[Read More] [All News]

MPL Laboratories Supports Industry Following Hand Soap Recall Linked to Microbial Contamination

To assist manufacturers, MPL Laboratories provides microbial, sterility, and other testing services for consumer goods, personal care products, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals at its advanced testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, September 12, 2025 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of several over-the-counter antiseptic lotion soaps, antimicrobial foam soaps, external analgesics, and antiseptic cleansers. The manufacturer initiated the voluntary recall after detecting contamination with Burkholderia cepacia, a bacterium associated with potentially serious health risks.   According to the recall notice, exposure to Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc) may lead to severe, potentially life-threatening.......[Read More] [All News]

Cough Syrup Recalled Nationwide Due to Potential Microbial Contamination

MPL Laboratories provides microbial and sterility testing services at its FDA registered, cGMP and ISO 17025 compliant testing facility to safeguard the public, and to help prevent costly product recalls.

Sparta, NJ, August 25, 2025 The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently posted information about the voluntary recall of an over-the-counter (OTC) cough syrup by its manufacturer. A total of five lots of the cough syrup for children and adults are part of the recall due to concerns over Bacillus cereus contamination and loss of shelf-stability.   According to the recall notice: Bacillus cereus (B. cereus) can cause two types of food-borne illnesses. One type is characterized by nausea, vomiting, and stomach.......[Read More] [All News]

1.7 Million Window Air Conditioners Recalled Due to Mold Exposure Concerns

MPL Laboratories offers product testing services to assess consumer goods, personal care products, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals for microbial issues at its FDA registered, cGMP, and ISO 17025 compliant testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, August 8, 2025 The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in conjunction with Health Canada, recently announced the recall of approximately 1.7 million window air conditioners due to the risk of mold exposure. The units were manufactured by a company in China and Thailand, and were sold in North America under 10 different brand names.   CPSC warns: Pooled water in the air conditioners can fail to drain quickly enough, which can lead to mold growth. Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other.......[Read More] [All News]

Oral Antibiotics Recalled Due to Microbial Contamination Concerns

MPL Laboratories provides microbial and sterility testing services for pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter medicines, personal care products, cosmetics, and other goods at its FDA registered, cGMP, and ISO 17025 compliant testing facility.

Sparta, NJ, July 31, 2025 Last month, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) posted information about the recall of three lots of a prescription antibiotic in tablet form. The manufacturer recalled the tablets because they may exhibit black spots on the surface due to microbial contamination.   According to the recall risk statement: Oral products contaminated with Aspergillus may result in serious and life-threatening infections. The use of the defective product in patients with underlying immunosuppressive conditions.......[Read More] [All News]