Brush Buddies Toothpaste Recall 2026: Class II, evo and Aru Listed
Toothpaste recall 2026: NBC News reports the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) set Class II on Oct. 19. Brush Buddies, evo and Aru tubes, and what to do.
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Updated Oct. 27, 2026. We checked the openFDA drug enforcement feed again. It was updated Oct. 21, 2026, and that week's five new recall entries do not include this toothpaste recall. The brand list, sizes, expiration range and manufacturer details come from NBC News (Oct. 23), FOX 4 (Oct. 21) and Deseret News (Oct. 22). The FDA Enforcement Report page loads only in a web browser. Lot numbers and Universal Product Code (UPC) numbers remain not yet available from the FDA record.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified a recall of toothpaste sold under the Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels and My Little Pony brands as Class II on Oct. 19, 2026, according to NBC News. NBC News and FOX 4 both reported more than 4.3 million tubes, and FOX 4 added evo, Aru and BB to the brand list. Every detail below comes from those outlets and Deseret News, since the FDA record itself is not yet in the openFDA feed. Lot numbers and UPC numbers are not yet available from the FDA record.
Which brands and sizes are in the toothpaste recall?
| Outlet | Brands reported | Sizes reported |
|---|---|---|
| NBC News, Oct. 23, 2026 | Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels and My Little Pony | 3.5-ounce and 4-ounce tubes, plus a two-pack of 3.5-ounce tubes |
| FOX 4, Oct. 21, 2026 | Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels, My Little Pony, evo, Aru and BB | Not stated in the report |
| Deseret News, Oct. 22, 2026 | Brush Buddies Kids, Evo and Aru lines, plus a gum health toothpaste | “Seventeen toothpaste products are in the recall” |
What do the reports say about the toothpaste recall?
| Detail | What was reported | Reported by |
|---|---|---|
| Recalling firm | Pritam International Private Limited, India-based | Deseret News, Oct. 22, 2026; NBC News, Oct. 23, 2026 |
| Distributor | Ashtel Studios Inc. of Ontario, California | NBC News, Oct. 23, 2026 |
| Brands | Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels, My Little Pony, evo, Aru and BB | NBC News; FOX 4 |
| Products | “Seventeen toothpaste products are in the recall” | Deseret News |
| Sizes | 3.5-ounce and 4-ounce tubes, plus a two-pack of 3.5-ounce tubes | NBC News |
| Quantity | More than 4.3 million tubes | NBC News; FOX 4 |
| Expiration dates | November 2026 through June 2028 | NBC News |
| Reason | “Current good manufacturing practice deviations” | NBC News |
| Manufacturing explanation | No specific explanation of what happened during manufacturing was given | Deseret News |
| Classification | Class II, classified Oct. 19 | NBC News |
| Started | Voluntarily on Sept. 10 by Pritam | NBC News; Deseret News |
| Illnesses | The FDA notice did not report any illnesses or injuries | FOX 4 |
What is not confirmed yet?
The FDA record is not in the openFDA data feed, which was last updated Oct. 21, 2026, and the FDA Enforcement Report page loads only in a web browser. These points stay open until the FDA record can be checked.
| Open question | Status |
|---|---|
| Lot numbers and UPCs | Not yet available from the FDA record. Deseret News said not all lots are recalled |
| Refunds and returns | NBC News reported that neither the manufacturer nor the distributor has issued public guidance |
| FDA public data feed | The openFDA feed was last updated Oct. 21, 2026; its Oct. 21 entries do not include this recall |
What does Class II mean?
The FDA’s recall definitions describe Class II as a situation where use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. FOX 4 reported that the FDA notice did not report any illnesses or injuries linked to the recalled toothpaste. NBC News reported the reason as “current good manufacturing practice deviations,” and Deseret News said no specific explanation of what happened during manufacturing was given.
How did the recall unfold?
| Date | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 10, 2026 | Pritam International Private Limited starts the recall voluntarily | NBC News; Deseret News |
| Oct. 19, 2026 | FDA classifies the recall as Class II | NBC News |
| Oct. 21-23, 2026 | FOX 4 (Oct. 21), Deseret News (Oct. 22) and NBC News (Oct. 23) publish reports | FOX 4; Deseret News; NBC News |
| Oct. 21, 2026 | openFDA feed last updated, recall not listed | openFDA |
What should you do with the toothpaste?
NBC News wrote that “the safest move is to stop using the toothpaste immediately and toss it out.” Deseret News said consumers can throw it out or contact the retailer or manufacturer about refunds, and that consumers should check the lot numbers on their tubes, as not all lots are recalled. NBC News added that neither the manufacturer nor the distributor has issued public guidance on returns or refunds, so a store may not have a process yet.
- Check the brand: Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels, My Little Pony, evo, Aru or BB.
- Check the size: 3.5 ounces or 4 ounces, or a two-pack of 3.5-ounce tubes.
- Check the expiration date: NBC News reported November 2026 through June 2028.
- If a tube matches, stop using it, as NBC News advises.
- Check the lot number on the tube. Lots are not yet available from the FDA record; the FDA Enforcement Report page loads only in a web browser.
- Ask the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.
- Report a problem through FDA MedWatch.
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Frequently asked questions
Which toothpaste brands are in the 2026 recall?
NBC News reported toothpaste sold under the Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels and My Little Pony brands. FOX 4 listed Brush Buddies, Crayola, Hot Wheels, My Little Pony, evo, Aru and BB. Deseret News said 17 toothpaste products are in the recall.
How big is the toothpaste recall?
NBC News reported more than 4.3 million tubes, in 3.5-ounce and 4-ounce sizes plus a two-pack of 3.5-ounce tubes. FOX 4 also reported more than 4.3 million tubes.
Why was the toothpaste recalled?
NBC News reported the reason as "current good manufacturing practice deviations." Deseret News said no specific explanation of what happened during manufacturing was given.
What does Class II mean?
The FDA defines Class II as a situation where use may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the chance of serious harm is remote.
Has anyone been sickened?
FOX 4 reported that the FDA notice did not report any illnesses or injuries linked to the recalled toothpaste.
How do I know if my tube is recalled?
Check the brand, the size and the lot number. Deseret News said consumers should check the lot numbers on their tubes, as not all lots are recalled. NBC News reported that affected products carry expiration dates from November 2026 through June 2028. Lot numbers and UPCs are not yet available from the FDA record.
Can I get a refund?
NBC News reported that neither the manufacturer nor the distributor has issued public guidance on returns or refunds. Deseret News said consumers can throw the toothpaste out or contact the retailer or manufacturer about refunds.
Sources
- Children's toothpaste recall: FDA Class II, millions of tubes, Pritam International Private Limited (Deseret News, 2026-10-22)
- Brush Buddies and evo toothpaste recall 2026 (NBC News, 2026-10-23)
- FDA recall: fluoride toothpaste (FOX 4, 2026-10-21)
- FDA Enforcement Report page for event 99849 (loads only in a web browser) (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
- Recalls Background and Definitions (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
- MedWatch: FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
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