HIGH

Gold Star Distribution Recalls Vaseline and Other Petroleum Jelly Products for CGMP Violations (2025

Gold Star Distribution is recalling petroleum jelly products nationwide in the United States. The recall covers Vaseline brand products and other jelly variants distributed by Gold Star Distribution. The issue stems from CGMP deviations at the distribution center and insanitary conditions due to rodent exposure. Consumers should stop using the affected products immediately and contact the company.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
December 26, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Gold Star Distribution, Vaseline, Lucky...
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

Petroleum jelly products used for skin protection and moisturization. Sold widely in the US in various brand names.

Why This Is Dangerous

CGMP deviations indicate insanitary conditions and potential contamination risk due to rodent exposure at the distribution center.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Immediate stop-use, potential contamination risk, consumer confusion during recall, possible replacement costs.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Review UPCs listed in the recall: 6001085120946, 60022141, 6001085121028, 60022127, 808829081466, 808829081572, 048155908642, 048155922242, 096002007208
  2. Check product packaging for 12-count boxes and listed sizes
  3. Compare lot information to expiry data if available

Where to find product info

UPC codes printed on packaging near the barcode and on the product label

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-8 weeks once processed

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts
  • Escalate to FDA recall program or legal counsel if necessary

How to prevent similar issues

  • Check CGMP compliance when buying personal care products
  • Avoid distribution centers with reported insanitary conditions
  • Watch for recall notices from FDA and replace affected products promptly

Documentation advice

Keep copies of recall notices, UPCs, receipts, and any correspondence with the distributor

Product Details

Products recalled include Vaseline Petroleum Jelly in 1.75 oz 12-count packs (UPC 6001085120946); Vaseline Men Cooling Petroleum Jelly 100 mL 12-count (UPC 60022141); Vaseline Vitamin E Petroleum Jelly 100 mL 12-count (UPC 6001085121028); MEN FRESH Petroleum Jelly 100 mL 12-count (UPC 60022127); Lucky Petroleum Jelly 6 oz 12-count (UPC 808829081466); Lucky Cocoa Petroleum Jelly 6 oz 12-count (UPC 808829081572; 048155922150); Personal Care Creamy Petroleum Jelly 4.5 oz 12-count (UPC 048155908642); Personal Care Creamy Cocoa Petroleum Jelly 4.5 oz 12-count (UPC 048155922242); Softee Petroleum J…

Key Facts

  • 9 listed UPCs and product SKUs to check: 6001085120946, 60022141, 6001085121028, 60022127, 808829081
  • 466, 808829081572, 048155908642, 048155922242, 096002007208
  • All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution
  • Distribution: US nationwide
  • Status: ACTIVE
  • Hazard: CGMP deviations and insanitary conditions at the distribution center
View Original Recall on FDA - Drug Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product TypePetroleum Jelly (Petroleum Jelly Products)
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution.
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
January 21, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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