Here’s a List of All the Products Big Name Brands Recalled in April

In recent weeks, it’s felt like every time I turned around, some other item was getting recalled for one reason or another. These recalls have called into question the safety and quality of the items being manufactured.

From hand sanitizers to various other food items, these recalls emphasize the need for consumers to pay more attention to and stay informed about the harmful risks associated with everyday items. 

On Tuesday, the brand Aruba Aloe Balm N.V. recalled two hand sanitizer and aloe vera gel products that were discovered to contain ingredients “could potentially cause seizures, comas, and other dangerous side effects,” according to KSBY, as reported by WKRC Local 12.

Hand sanitizers are meant to support the battle against the spread of germs, yet the aforementioned sanitizers instead were found to contain methanol, a toxic substance that can lead to a wide variety of health issues, i.e., seizures. Products used on the outside of the body weren’t the only items recalled this month.

Quaker Oats also recently had a recall that led to the closure of one of its plants due to alleged contamination. This impacted a range of the food giant’s products, including granola bars, oatmeal, and cereal. The exact cause of this contamination is not known; however, the company did take immediate action to address the issue and ensure that its products were safe for consumption moving forward. 

Also of note was the recall of gluten-free mini bagels from the brand Feel Good Foods. Despite being labeled as gluten-free, some of these items may have contained gluten, which could pose a major health complication for those with gluten intolerance or Celiac disease.

The recall of this item served as an important reminder to product companies to be more mindful of the testing and verification processes to ensure that products are able to meet their label specifications. 

Additionally, Schweppes Ginger Ale was also recalled this month after PepsiCo learned that some of their sugar-free cans contained full sugar. While this production error may seem trivial to some, it is of the utmost importance to others and helps to place emphasis on the accurate execution of quality control measures within the food and beverage industry.