Pet cleaning product Bactador recalled in Hungary due to bacterial contamination

The National Commercial and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) issued a warning on Friday, November 13, 2026, regarding a contaminated pet cleaning product available in Hungary and throughout the European Union. The recall concerns the Bactador Geruchs- und Fleckenentferner Enzymreiniger, a 750 ml enzymatic odor and stain remover designed for cleaning pet-related messes. According to reports from the Hungarian news agency, the warning was announced following the identification of bacterial contamination in certain production batches.

Details of the contamination

Laboratory tests conducted on the product identified the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria. This specific contamination has rendered the product unsafe and non-compliant with general EU product safety regulations. The recall specifically targets two production batches: 4063 A and 3861 A. Consumers can identify the affected items using the model number 250165 and the barcode 4019181501653.

The manufacturer of the product is Ardap Care GmbH, a company based in Germany. The product was distributed through various channels, including the Amazon online marketplace and other retailers, with sales occurring in Hungary. The recall process was initiated following alerts from the EU Safety Gate rapid alert system.

Safety instructions and next steps

The manufacturer and Amazon have already begun voluntary recalls to retrieve the affected products from end users. As part of these safety measures, the product page for the item has been permanently removed from the Amazon online marketplace.

The NKFH has provided specific safety guidance for anyone currently in possession of the affected batches. Officials advise consumers to stop using the product immediately. Furthermore, users are instructed not to operate the spray nozzle, as doing so could potentially release bacteria into the air. For safety reasons, the NKFH recommends that the bottles be stored in a child-proof location until they can be dealt with according to the recall instructions.

The recall serves as a preventative measure to ensure that the bacteria do not pose a health risk to pet owners or their households. Consumers who have purchased the affected batches should monitor official channels for further instructions regarding returns or disposal.

Glossary

• Pseudomonas aeruginosa — Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a type of bacteria that can cause infections. Management of these infections often involves the use of nebulised antibiotics with or without oral antibiotics to remove the bacteria from the airways.
• EU Safety Gate — The EU Safety Gate is a rapid alert system. It serves to enhance coordination between national authorities.