FDA Classifies Intercon Soap Recall as Class II

By Nicole Ramirez San Diego, CA · ST. LOUIS —

Published Updated 2 min read

The FDA classified Intercon Chemical Co.'s hand soap recall as Class II on September 11, 2026. The action covers 2,696 cases distributed across 15 states due to bacterial contamination.

ST. LOUIS — Intercon Chemical Co. issued a voluntary recall for 2,696 cases of hand soap on June 29, 2026. The Food and Drug Administration classified the recall as Class II on September 11, 2026.

The recall involves six hand soap products due to potential bacterial contamination. The recalled products are potentially contaminated with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Pseudomonas putida, Pseudomonas monteilii, Serratia marcescens, and Serratia nematodiphila.

A Class II recall classification means exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. The recalled soaps were distributed in 15 states: California, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.

The recalled products include Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (28.7 fl. Oz.). This product has UPC 789745002981, lot codes AF97312, 26-01001, and 26-01803, with best-by dates of 01/12/2028, 03/13/2028, and 03/28.

The recalled products also include Clearly Better by Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (34 fl. Oz.), which has UPC 789745002615, lot codes 26-01001 and 26-01803, with best-by dates of 03/13/28 and 03/28.

The remaining recalled items are Laura Lynn Honey Apple Crisp Liquid Hand Soap (8 fl. Oz.) And Laura Lynn Foaming Pear Scent Hand Soap With Moisturizers (7.5 fl. Oz.).

Why It Matters

The recall affects consumers across 15 states who purchased specific lots of hand soap that may harbor bacteria. While the FDA determined the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote, the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Serratia marcescens poses specific risks to vulnerable populations, including those in healthcare settings or with compromised immune systems.

Intercon Chemical Co. initiated the voluntary action in June 2026, and the FDA provided its classification in September 2026. The identification of specific lot codes and best-by dates allows consumers to determine if their products are affected, while the distribution list clarifies the geographic scope of the potential exposure.

Timeline

June 29, 2026: Intercon Chemical Co. issues a voluntary recall for 2,696 cases of hand soap.

How Sources Differ

Sources differ on the details provided for Vestis Foaming Hand Soap. The FDA enforcement report states that the recalled products include Vestis Foaming Hand Soap, Fresh Pear Scent (33.8 fl. Oz.). Other data indicates that Vestis Foaming Hand Soap, Fresh Pear Scent (33.8 fl. Oz.) Has UPC 810080570405, lot code 26-03091, and a best-by date of 05/28.

Sources also differ on the details provided for hand soap products. Oz.). Other data indicates that Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (28.7 fl. Oz.) Has UPC 789745002981, lot codes AF97312, 26-01001, and 26-01803, with best-by dates of 01/12/2028, 03/13/2028, and 03/28.

Further differences exist regarding hand soap specifications. Oz.). Other data indicates that Clearly Better by Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (34 fl. Oz.) Has UPC 789745002615, lot codes 26-01001 and 26-01803, with best-by dates of 03/13/28 and 03/28.

Sources differ on the identification of hand soap products. Oz.) Oz.).

Additional differences appear in hand soap product details. Oz.) The FDA enforcement report states that the recalled products include Clearly Better by Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (34 fl. Oz.).

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Finally, sources differ on details for Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap variants. Oz.). Oz.)

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Intercon Chemical Co. issued a voluntary recall for 2,696 cases of hand soap on June 29, 2026.
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The Food and Drug Administration classified the recall as Class II on September 11, 2026.
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A Class II recall classification means exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
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The recall involves six hand soap products due to potential bacterial contamination.
Source: nbcchicago.com
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The recalled products are potentially contaminated with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Pseudomonas putida, Pseudomonas monteilii, Serratia marcescens, and Serratia nematodiphila.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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The recalled products include Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (28.7 fl. oz.).
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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The recalled products include Clearly Better by Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (34 fl. oz.).
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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The recalled products include Summit 150 Foaming Hand Soap (28.7 fl. oz.).
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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The recalled products include Vestis Foaming Hand Soap, Fresh Pear Scent (33.8 fl. oz.).
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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The recalled products include Laura Lynn Honey Apple Crisp Liquid Hand Soap (8 fl. oz.).
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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The recalled products include Laura Lynn Foaming Pear Scent Hand Soap With Moisturizers (7.5 fl. oz.).
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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The recalled soaps were distributed in 15 states: California, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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Context and data added by our newsroom from primary and authoritative sources — not in the original wire report.

Pseudomonas and Serratia bacteria are naturally present in the environment, including in soil and water.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections typically occur in healthcare settings and can be resistant to antibiotics.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Serratia marcescens is linked to infections such as urinary tract infections and pneumonia.
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Individuals at higher risk for infection include those in hospitals or long-term care facilities, those with weakened immune systems, or those with medical devices in their bodies.
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Research titled "Vi-Jon Laboratories introduces Germ-X ultimate antibacterial foaming hand soap" was published in 2006 in Focus on Surfactants.
Source: doi.org
Vestis Foaming Hand Soap, Fresh Pear Scent (33.8 fl. oz.) has UPC 810080570405, lot code 26-03091, and a best-by date of 05/28.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (28.7 fl. oz.) has UPC 789745002981, lot codes AF97312, 26-01001, and 26-01803, with best-by dates of 01/12/2028, 03/13/2028, and 03/28.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Clearly Better by Intercon Foaming Pear Hand Soap With Aloe (34 fl. oz.) has UPC 789745002615, lot codes 26-01001 and 26-01803, with best-by dates of 03/13/28 and 03/28.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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