Officials issue recall of US vape products that could be contaminated: 'Contact a health care provider immediately'
Summary
Officials issued a recall for cannabis vape cartridges sold under the strain name "Watermelon Chimera" in Maine between July 10 and October 16, 2025, after testing revealed dangerous levels of the pesticide chlorfenapyr. NorCo Outdoor Cannabis produced the toxic vapes, which led to the recall following a customer complaint about an adverse health reaction. Inhaling chlorfenapyr is linked to severe health issues, including nausea, vomiting, high fever, and altered mental status. Consumers experiencing symptoms are advised to contact a health care provider immediately or call 911 in an emergency. The article also broadly discusses the general dangers of vaping, noting that even non-recalled products contain toxins, and pesticides are linked to increased cancer risks and hormonal disruption.
(Source:The Cool Down)