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Target Recalls Up & Up Baby Wipes Over Bacterial Contamination Risk
Target is voluntarily recalling multiple sizes of its Up & Up Fragrance-Free and Fresh Cucumber Scented baby wipes after FDA testing found Burkholderia bacteria. The company cited customer complaints about discoloration and possible irritation or infection.
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Target is voluntarily recalling certain Up & Up baby wipes after testing identified bacterial contamination that can cause serious infections in infants and young children. The recall covers Up & Up Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes in 20-count, 72-count, 216-count, 800-count, and 1200-count packages, plus Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes in 72-count, 216-count, and 800-count packages.
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Administration announced the voluntary recall on June 5, 2026. Testing found Burkholderia cepacia complex and Burkholderia gladioli in some samples. The company said it received complaints about product discoloration and reports of skin irritation, eye irritation, and infections.
Target stated that the wipes are used mainly on newborns and young children, who face higher risk because of immature immune systems. In healthy people, minor skin lesions may lead to local infections, while in immunocompromised individuals the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and cause sepsis or pneumonia.
Customers are advised to stop using the recalled wipes immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund. m. m. CT daily. A full list of affected item numbers, UPC codes, manufacturing codes, and expiration dates is available in the FDA notice.
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