Dollar Tree Distribution Inc. is recalling certain products purchased from Family Dollar because of potential exposure to rodents.
This recall comes after last month’s FDA warning to consumers to throw out products from Family Dollar stores in a number of categories, including human food, because of a severe rodent infestation in a distribution facility in Arkansas.
“More than 1,100 dead rodents were recovered from the facility following a fumigation at the facility in January 2022. Additionally, a review of the company’s internal records also indicated the collection of more than 2,300 rodents between March 29 and Sept. 17, 2021, demonstrating a history of infestation,�? according to the FDA’s public warning.
The products were distributed to Dollar Tree stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee.
The recall includes food products, cosmetic products, dietary supplements and pet food and treats purchased from Family Dollar retail stores.
A full list of recall products can be found below:
| # | Product Description | Recall Number | Classification | Code Information | Product Quantity | Reason for Recall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Food products purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee |
F-0810-2022 |
Class II |
All food products purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in AL, AR, LA, MS, MO, and TN from January 1, 2021 to present |
Unknown |
Potential exposure to rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center. |
| 2 |
Cosmetic products purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee, including but not limited to skin and eye care products, baby oil, lipstick, shampoo, baby wipes |
F-0811-2022 |
Class II |
All cosmetic products purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in AL, AR, LA, MS, MO, and TN from January 1, 2021 to present |
Unknown |
Potential exposure to rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center. |
| 3 |
Dietary supplements purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee, including but not limited to vitamins, herbal and mineral supplements |
F-0812-2022 |
Class II |
All dietary supplements purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in AL, AR, LA, MS, MO, and TN from January 1, 2021 to present |
Unknown |
Potential exposure to rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center. |
| # | Product Description | Recall Number | Classification | Code Information | Product Quantity | Reason for Recall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pet food and treats purchased from Family Dollar retail stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee that are packaged in material other than glass or metal can |
Not Yet Classified |
All food products purchased from Family Dollar retail stores located in AL, AR, LA, MS, MO, and TN from January 1, 2021 to present |
Unknown |
Potential exposure to rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center. |
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