UNDATED (WKRC) – Nearly 800,000 nasal spray bottles were recalled over a poison risk.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), about 786,000 bottles of travel-size Afrin nasal spray are being recalled due to a packaging issue that poses a poisoning risk to young children, federal safety officials said.
(Consumer Product Safety Commission)
The recall involves unexpired 6 mL bottles of Afrin Original Nasal Spray manufactured by Bayer HealthCare LLC of Whippany, New Jersey. According to the notice, the bottles contain an imidazoline, which requires child-resistant packaging or specific warning labels under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act.
Officials said the affected products do not have child-resistant packaging and lack the required labeling, creating a risk of serious injury or illness if the contents are swallowed by children.
The recalled products include bottles marked “Afrin Original Nasal Spray” and “1/5 FL OZ (6 mL)” with lot numbers 230361, 240822, 241198, 250066, 250152, 250646 and 250831. No other sizes are affected.
The products were sold at convenience stores and travel hubs, including airports, from September 2024 through April 2026 for about $7 to $9.
Consumers are advised to keep the bottles out of sight and reach of children and to request a refund through the manufacturer’s website. Customers will need to submit a photo of the product before disposing of it.
No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with the recall.