1.5 million units of Angry Orange stain remover recalled due to bacterial risk

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A product recall has been issued for more than 1 million bottles of stain remover sold at popular retailers such as Walmart and Target.

In a Jan. 22 recall notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Boston-based distributor Thrasio recalled Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers due to potential exposure to bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is described as “an environmental microorganism widely found in soil and water.”

According to the CPSC and the Angry Orange brand, an estimated 1.5 million bottles may be affected by this issue, as well as approximately 43,700 bottles sold in Canada. The recall number is 26-201.

Which Angry Orange products are subject to recall?

The recall includes Fresh Clean Scent and Orange Twist Scent stain removers sold in 24-ounce, 32-ounce and 1-gallon sizes.

“The bottle is orange and white with ‘Angry Orange’ and ‘Stain & Odor Remover’ written on the front,” the news release states. “Some units were sold as a bundle with a UV light that attaches to a spray bottle.”

Where was the recalled Angry Orange stain remover sold?

The product was sold nationwide from March 2019 to December 2025. Prices at the following in-store and online retailers ranged from $4 to $60.

  • AngryOrange.com
  • Amazon.com
  • Chewy.com
  • Walmart and Walmart.com
  • Target and Target.com
  • home depot
  • meyer
  • staples
  • TJ Maxx

Were any injuries reported?

To date, no injuries or incidents have been reported related to this recall, according to the CPSC and Angry Orange.

However, the recall warns that people with weakened immune systems or underlying lung conditions may be at risk of serious infection.

“This bacteria can be inhaled through the eyes or entered the body through breaks in the skin,” the recall notice says. “People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by bacteria.”

What should consumers do?

Consumers are urged to stop using the product. To receive a refund, customers must write the word “Recall” and their initials on the bottle in marker pen, take a photo, and email the photo to productrecall@angryorange.com, according to the CPSC.

Afterwards, discard the product into the container. The CPSC and the Angry Orange brand issued an additional warning: “Do not empty the product before discarding it. Do not attempt to recycle the product bottle.”

Angry Orange can be reached at 877-873-5402.

Taylor Eardley is a news reporter for USA TODAY. Contact us at tardrey@usatodayco.com.

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