Sodium Bicarbonate Powder (Arm & Hammer) – Metal Contamination (2013)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Sodium Bicarbonate Powder, CAS-144-55-8, Arm & Hammer, Sodium Bicarbonate U.S.P. No. 4 Granular, Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 kg.) per bag, Manufactured by: Church & Dwight Co., Inc., 469 N. Harrison St., Princeton, N.J. 08543-5297, Product #60411.
Brand
Church & Dwight Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: FF3153, FF3154, FF3155, FF3156, FF3157, and FF3158
Products Sold
Lot #: FF3153, FF3154, FF3155, FF3156, FF3157, and FF3158
Church & Dwight Inc is recalling Sodium Bicarbonate Powder, CAS-144-55-8, Arm & Hammer, Sodium Bicarbonate U.S.P. No. 4 Granular, Net due to Presence of Foreign Substance: raw material recalled due to stainless steel and other contamination.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Presence of Foreign Substance: raw material recalled due to stainless steel and other contamination.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026