CPSC Recall in 2010: Scope® Original Mint Mouthwash Recalled by Procter & Gamble Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Closure Requirement

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 10-280
Date: June 24, 2010
Product Name: Scope® Original Mint Mouthwash, 1 Liter Size
Recall Description:

This recall involves some bottles of Scope® Original Mint Mouthwash in 1 liter sizes. The recalled bottles have the number 4 on the bottom of the bottle. The bottles with the 4 on the bottom may not be child-resistant. Consumers can also attempt to twist the cap open. If the cap can be twisted off without squeezing the tabs on the cap, the package is not child-resistant.

Hazard Description:

The mouthwash contains ethyl alcohol and certain bottles have malfunctioning child-resistant closures. Ethyl alcohol is toxic and can cause serious injury or death if ingested by children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Replace

Units: About 35,000 bottles
Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Drug stores, grocery stores and other retailers between January 2010 and June 2010 for about $4.

Manufactured In:

United States