Feminine hygiene products, labeled as: KOTEX FREEDOM MAXI NO WINGS 48CT, ALWAYS THIN LINERS UNSCENTED 12 CT, ALWAYS T
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Feminine hygiene products, labeled as: KOTEX FREEDOM MAXI NO WINGS 48CT, ALWA by GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC. Reason: Potential exposure of rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center..
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-1182-2026
Action Date
2026-02-04
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Feminine hygiene products, labeled as: KOTEX FREEDOM MAXI NO WINGS 48CT, ALWAYS THIN LINERS UNSCENTED 12 CT, ALWAYS THIN LINERS SCENTED 12CT, ALWAYS ULT.THIN WINGS REG.12/22CT, ALWAYS ULT.THIN OVER NIGHT WINGS 12/16CT, JULIE MAXI NIGHT W.WINGS 36/10CT, STAY FREE REG. 12/10CT, STAY FREE SUPER 24/6CT, TAMPAX REG. 10CT, TAMPAX SUPER 10CT.
Lot/Code Info: KOTEX FREEDOM MAXI NO WINGS 48CT, UPC 8935107214222; ALWAYS THIN LINERS UNSCENTED 12 CT, UPC 037000426882; ALWAYS THIN LINERS SCENTED 12CT, UPC 037000426899; ALWAYS ULT.THIN WINGS REG.12/22CT, UPC none; ALWAYS ULT.THIN OVER NIGHT WINGS 12/16CT, UPC none; JULIE MAXI NIGHT W.WINGS 36/10CT, UPC 710865100653; STAY FREE REG. 12/10CT, UPC 078300070320; STAY FREE SUPER 24/6CT, UPC 078300070245; TAMPAX REG. 10CT, UPC 073010214095; TAMPAX SUPER 10CT, UPC 073010314092. All codes purchased from this firm
Quantity Affected: unknown
Reason for Recall
Potential exposure of rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center.
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of Minnesota.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2025-12-26
Company
Minneapolis, MN
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 175 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC has 33 FDA actions in our database, including 33 recalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC have FDA actions?
GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC has 33 FDA actions in our database, including 33 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1182-2026" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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