Target has issued a recall of popular baby wipes. According to the New York Post, this comes after a possible contamination of an antibiotic-resistant bacterium.
Target issued a voluntary recall of the baby wipes on June 4 after the chain and the manufacturer, Sapro Temizlik Urunleri, were made aware of the contamination.
The affected baby wipes are from the brand Up & Up. They may have been infected with antibiotic-resistant Burkholderia cepacia and Burkholderia gladioli.
The bacteria are known to cause infections in healthcare settings. The CDC has noted that it is known to be resistant to antibiotics, meaning it is "difficult to treat".
They added that newborns and infants are much more vulnerable to infection. This is because their immune systems are not properly developed. They explained that whilst healthy people are not typically threatened by the bacteria, immunocompromised people are at a high risk.
They explained that in vulnerable groups, the infection is "more likely to spread into the bloodstream, potentially leading to life-threatening sepsis" and also pneumonia.
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Are My Target Baby Wipes Affected?
If you think your baby wipes might be affected, check the exact brand, as well as the UPC code and expiry date. The details, according to the FDA, are as follows:
Up & Up Fragrance Free Baby Wipes:
Manufacturing Date Codes: Nov 07, 2025 (071125X/XX); May 05, 2026 (050526X/XXX) Expiration Dates: May 10, 2028 (100528) - Nov 05, 2028 (051128)
| Package Type | Count per Pouch | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic pouch | 20 | 085239265956 |
| Plastic pouch | 72 | 085239265949 |
| Plastic pouch | 100 | Inside 800/1200 ct boxes |
| Bundle (3?—72) | 216 | 085239265963 |
| Box | 800 | 085239266137 |
| Box | 1200 | 085239266090 |
Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes
Manufacturing Date Codes: Dec 29, 2025 (291225X/XX); Dec 30, 2025 (301225X/XX) Expiration Dates: Jun 29, 2028 (290628) - Jun 30, 2028 (300628)
| Package Type | Count per Pouch | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic pouch | 72 | 085239265970 |
| Plastic pouch | 100 | Inside 800 ct boxes |
| Bundle (3?—72) | 216 | 085239265994 |
| Box | 800 | 085239265987 |
What Should I Do If I Have These Wipes?
Target has advised consumers to immediately stop using the product and return it to any store for a full refund. Consumers can contact Target Guest Relations at 1-800-440-0660 if they have any queries or concerns.
While several customer complaints expressed concerns with eye and skin irritation, no serious cases have been reported as of yet — we hope this stays the case.
