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38K Gallons of Water Recalled over Black 'Substance'
Meijer recalled 38,043 gallons of distilled water after a black substance was found; no illnesses reported while FDA investigates contamination in six Midwest states.
On Nov. 13, Meijer Distribution Inc. voluntarily recalled 38,043 gallons of steam distilled water distributed in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.
After reports of a floating black substance emerged, officials discovered a floating black foreign substance in distilled water, which the CDC recommends for sinus rinses and medical devices.
The recalled jugs are labelled as 128 fluid ounces with red lids and carry sell-by date Oct. 4, 2026, lot code 39-222 #3, UPC 041250841197, Product ID 472859 and Item Code 477910.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says its investigation remains ongoing, it has not assigned a recall class, and as of January 15 no illnesses have been linked; consumers in affected areas should avoid using affected bottles and check identifiers.
Customers who purchased the bottles are urged to contact local Meijer stores for refunds or replacements, while the Meijer company statement has not detailed how the foreign object was discovered.