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Meijer Recalls 40,000 Gallons of Contaminated Water

1/16/2026

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Story summary

Nearly 40,000 gallons of Meijer Steam Distilled Water were recalled across six Midwest states due to a floating black foreign substance in one-gallon containers with specific identifiers.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating the contamination and has not classified the health risk level.
As of January 15, no illnesses have been reported.
Consumers should check purchases and contact local Meijer stores for refunds or replacements.

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Story summary

Nearly 40,000 gallons of Meijer Steam Distilled Water were recalled across six Midwest states due to a floating black foreign substance in one-gallon containers with specific identifiers.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating the contamination and has not classified the health risk level.
As of January 15, no illnesses have been reported.
Consumers should check purchases and contact local Meijer stores for refunds or replacements.