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FDA Recalls 12 Million Vietnam-Made Rohto Eye Drops

7/31/2026

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The FDA announced a voluntary recall of nearly 12 million cartons of Rohto Cooling Eye Drops.
The recall, begun July 14, 2026 and classified on July 23, 2026, covers eight Vietnam-made formulations distributed by Mentholatum in New York because sterility was not assured, affecting 11,960,623 cartons with lot codes expiring July 2026–Feb 2029.
Consumers should stop using the drops, check UPC or lot numbers, contact firm or a provider, and report to MedWatch at fda.gov/safety/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

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The FDA announced a voluntary recall of nearly 12 million cartons of Rohto Cooling Eye Drops.
The recall, begun July 14, 2026 and classified on July 23, 2026, covers eight Vietnam-made formulations distributed by Mentholatum in New York because sterility was not assured, affecting 11,960,623 cartons with lot codes expiring July 2026–Feb 2029.
Consumers should stop using the drops, check UPC or lot numbers, contact firm or a provider, and report to MedWatch at fda.gov/safety/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.