Thrasio recalls Angry Orange stain removers over possible bacteria contamination

Thrasio is recalling Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers sold in the United States and Canada because the products may contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a recall notice published Jan. 22, 2026.

According to the notice, exposure to the bacteria can pose a serious infection risk for some consumers, especially people with weakened immune systems, external medical devices or underlying lung conditions. The commission said exposure can happen if the bacteria are inhaled, get into the eyes or enter through a break in the skin.

What products are affected

The recall covers about 1,500,000 units in the United States and about 43,700 units sold in Canada, the CPSC said. The products are Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers in Fresh Clean Scent and Orange Twist Scent, sold in 24-ounce, 32-ounce and 1-gallon sizes.

The bottles are orange and white and say “Angry Orange” and “Stain & Odor Remover” on the front, according to the notice. Some units were also sold in a bundle with a UV light that attaches to the spray bottle.

Why it matters

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is described in the recall notice as an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. The CPSC said people with healthy immune systems are usually not affected, but certain consumers could face serious infection that may require medical treatment.

The notice did not describe injuries linked to the recalled products.

What consumers should do

The CPSC said consumers should stop using the recalled products and contact Thrasio for a full refund. To receive the refund, consumers should write “recalled” and their initials on the product, photograph it and email the photo to [email protected].

The company said consumers should then dispose of the product in its container with household trash. The notice says not to empty the product before disposal and not to recycle the bottle.

Background and next steps

The recall notice also listed a toll-free phone number, an email address and two website links for more information. The CPSC added a general reminder that federal law prohibits selling products subject to a Commission-ordered recall or a voluntary recall conducted in consultation with the agency.

Consumers who have the recalled stain removers are being told to follow the disposal and refund instructions in the notice.

Sources

• Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice

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