More than 4 million toothpaste tubes recalled nationwide

The Food and Drug Administration announced a nationwide recall of more than 4.3 million fluoride toothpaste tubes after it found deviations from current good manufacturing practices at the factory that produced them. The recall includes many child‑friendly brands and flavors such as bubble gum, strawberry and watermelon. Because the tubes expire as late as June 2028, some could still be in consumers’ medicine cabinets. No illnesses or injuries have been linked to the recalled toothpaste.

Affected brands and flavors

The recalled tubes are sold under licensed character names like Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels and My Little Pony, and they come in 3.5‑ounce and 4‑ounce tubes or a two‑pack of 3.5‑ounce tubes. They were distributed by Ashtel Studios of California and are marked with lot numbers and expiration dates that range from November 2026 to June 2028. Consumers can check the FDA’s recall notice to see if their product is included.

Because neither the manufacturer nor the distributor has issued public guidance on returns or refunds, the safest action is to stop using the recalled toothpaste and discard it. Check the brand, lot number and expiration date against the FDA’s recall notice, and if it matches, throw the tube away and switch to another fluoride toothpaste. Keep a receipt or take a photo of the packaging in case a refund is announced later. If you or your child used the product and have any concerns, contact a dentist or doctor.