Moon Time Menstruations-Schwämmchen

Health risk / other, Microbiological Other - Hygiene articles Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Moon Time Menstruations-Schwämmchen
Alert NumberSR/00395/26
BrandWilde Urnatur
CategoryOther - Hygiene articles
Risk TypeHealth risk / other, Microbiological
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginGermany
Published13 February 2026

Risk Description

The product is lacking instructions on the safe use of this product. The product may cause toxic shock syndrome (TSS), which is caused by toxins from the Staphylococcus aureus bacterium, which is present on or in the human body, if inserted in the body for several hours. Moreover, the product contains an excessive amount of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (28000 CFU/g). These bacteria may cause infections in some consumers, particularly those with a weakened immune system. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 03/12/2025

Product Description

Light brown sea sponges intended for menstrual use. Product sold online, in particular via www.wildeurnatur.at.

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