6.3 Million Mistolin and Lestoil Cleaners Recalled Over Bacteria Risk

About 6.3 million bottles of scented Mistolin and Lestoil multi-purpose cleaners are being recalled in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands after testing found the products may contain harmful bacteria. Clorox Manufacturing Company of Puerto Rico, Inc. announced the recall on September 3, 2026, warning that the affected cleaners could expose users to Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacteria that can cause serious infections in vulnerable people.

The recall was filed as a Fast Track Recall with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) under recall number 26-741. No injuries or incidents have been reported so far, but the agency is urging consumers to check their bottles immediately.

Products Affected by This Recall

The recall covers scented Mistolin Dilutable Cleaners in the following fragrances: ‘Alegra tu Dia,’ ‘Espiritu Play,’ ‘Flores de Primavera,’ ‘Fresco Despertar,’ ‘Frescura de Lavanda,’ ‘Frescura Tropical,’ ‘Manzana y Canela,’ ‘Pino y Especias’ and ‘Solo para Ti.’ It also includes scented Lestoil Heavy Duty Multi-Purpose Cleaners in ‘Energia del Yunque,’ ‘Fuerza de Lavanda Tropical,’ ‘Intenso Limon Boricua’ and ‘Olas de Rincon’ scents.

Only scented varieties are included; unscented versions are not part of this recall. The bottles were sold in 28, 40, 64 and 128 fluid ounce sizes, with date codes beginning with the prefix ‘PR01’ followed by a five-digit number between 25091 and 26168. These codes correspond to products manufactured between April 1, 2025, and June 17, 2026.

Why Was This Recall Issued?

The cleaners may harbor Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental bacteria commonly found in soil and water. For most healthy individuals, exposure poses little risk. However, people with weakened immune systems or those who use external medical devices face a heightened chance of developing a serious infection requiring medical treatment.

According to the CPSC, the bacteria can enter the body through inhalation, contact with the eyes, or an open wound. The agency has not disclosed how the contamination was discovered, but it emphasized that the risk applies specifically to the scented formulas covered by the affected date codes.

Who Is Affected?

The recalled cleaners were sold exclusively in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands at major retailers including Walmart, Sam’s Club, Costco, Supermercados Econo and Supermercados Selecto, among other outlets. Prices ranged from about $1.40 to $8 per bottle. The products were manufactured in Puerto Rico by Clorox Manufacturing Company of Puerto Rico, Inc.

Given the scale of roughly 6.3 million units, the recall touches a large share of households across the two territories that regularly purchase Mistolin and Lestoil cleaning products for home use.

What Should You Do?

Consumers should stop using the recalled cleaners right away. To claim a refund, shoppers need to register their bottles at the dedicated recall website, submitting a photo of the 12-digit UPC code on the label along with a photo of the date code printed on the side of the bottle.

Anyone who registers a bottle in one of the affected scents, with a date code beginning with PR01 and a five-digit number between 25091 and 26168, will receive a full refund. Consumers with a receipt will get the purchase price back, while those without one will receive the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. After registering, the product should be disposed of in its original container with regular household trash.

Consumers with questions can contact Clorox Puerto Rico toll-free at 855-215-5439 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET, email Mistolinrecall@sedgwick.com, or visit www.mistolinrecall.com for more details.

Regulatory Response

The CPSC listed the action as a Fast Track Recall, a process that allows companies to work directly with the agency to quickly notify the public and offer remedies without a lengthy investigation process. The commission reiterated that federal law bars the sale of any product subject to a recall, whether ordered by the CPSC or undertaken voluntarily in consultation with the agency.

The CPSC also encouraged consumers to report any related injuries or product issues through SaferProducts.gov and to sign up for recall email alerts for future updates on this and other consumer product recalls.