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| Level: | Consumer |
|---|---|
| Class: | II |
| Reference: | R2004/1223-5 |
| Date agreed: | 24 September 2004 |
| Product: | AUST R 26774 Colgate Periogard Chlorohex Antiseptic Mouth Rinse AUST R 26783 Colgate Periogard Chlorohex Antiseptic Mouth Gel AUST R 26685 Colgate Periogard Chlorohex Forte Antiseptic Mouth Gel |
| Batch number: | All batches and all pack sizes |
| Sponsor: | Colgate-Palmolive Pty Ltd |
| Contact: | 1800 636 551 Colgate-Palmolive |
| Reason: | The presence of a microorganism Burkholderia cepacia has been found in one batch of Colgate Periogard Chlorohex Antiseptic Mouth Rinse on the market. Under certain circumstances, this microorganism may be harmful to individuals with compromised health. |
Classification system:
Class I defects are potentially life-threatening or could cause a serious risk to health.
Class II defects could cause illness or mistreatment, but are not Class I.
Class III defects may not pose a significant hazard to health, but withdrawal may be initiated for other reasons.
Class I & II recalls are considered to be safety related recalls.