On February 5, 2026, Zan International Trading issued a recall for their Lotus Joy Organic Sweet Birch Essential Oil Bottles. According to the recall (number 26-229), the essential oil bottles contain methyl salicylate, which is required to be in child-resistant packaging as required by law. The recalled essential oil bottles are not child-resistant, meaning that the products represent a poisoning risk if contents are swallowed by young children.
The recall specifically involves about 470 units of the product.
The essential oils come in a 0.34 fluid ounce amber bottles with a black cap; they come with a separate glass dropper with a black cap. The essential oil bottle has a white label with orange and black text on it. The words “LotusJoy,” “organic,” “sweet birch,” “essential oil,” and “Betula lenta” can be found printed on the front of the label; the ingredients and directions are located on the back of the label. The product packaging is a blue box with the same information (in the same colors) in the front/back of the packaging.
The products were sold on Amazon.com from August 2025 to November 2025 for about $13 each. According to the manufacturer, no incidents or injuries have been reported.
The company is urging affected consumers to immediately secure the recalled essential oil and put it both out of sight and out of reach of children and contact them for a full refund.
However, if your child suffered any harm associated with the recalled products, then you should not simply agree to a refund. Based on the details surrounding your specific situation and the resulting harm, you could have the right to file a lawsuit. You could also be entitled to recover monetary compensation.
To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the legal options available to you, contact the recall lawyers here at the Normandie Law Firm. Our team is ready to guide you every step of the way.
Injuries Caused by Exposure to Methyl Salicylate
As mentioned above, methyl salicylate can be toxic to children if ingested. Even in very small amounts, methyl salicylate toxicity or poisoning may occur. To put it into perspective, a 22-pound child, can suffer life-threatening poisoning after ingesting just a small sip of an essential oil containing methyl salicylate.
Initial symptoms may include the following:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tinnitus
- Dizziness
- Tachypnea (or fast, shallow breathing)
In severe instances, the symptoms mentioned above may be heightened or more obvious. Additional symptoms may include the following:
- Fever
- Sweating
- Weakness
- Dehydration
What to do after a Child’s Exposure to Methyl Salicylate
If your child was harmed, it is important that you understand what steps to take to prepare to pursue a claim. Consider the following recommendations:
- Photograph any visible harm (your child may look ill)
- Photograph the recalled product
- Seek medical attention immediately, including emergency help if necessary. Follow all treatment recommendations. If necessary, seek additional medical opinions.
- Contact the company to report the harm suffered
- Do not agree to a refund
- Do not agree to a replacement product
- Do not agree to any remedy offered by the company (do not sign any documents)
- Gather all relevant medical records
- Reach out to an experienced lawyer to explore the legal options available to you
Is there a Class Action Lawsuit?
When it comes to defective products, this is a very common question. Since so many consumers can be affected by defective products, class action claims and mass torts claims are common. How can I join or be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case? In general, joining a class action is as simple as reaching out to a class action lawyer. Can I file a class action lawsuit? Yes, if a class action does not already exist, you can file one; your claim could be the first to start the class action lawsuit.
To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the legal options available to you, including your right to file a claim, contact us today.
Normandie Law Firm Can Help You
The team here at the Normandie Law Firm has decades of experience and are not afraid to take on any product manufacturer to fight for the rights of those affected by defective products. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact our team as soon as possible. We offer free case evaluations, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns. Our team will ensure that you have access to all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. We offer a Zero-Fee Guarantee, so you will not be required to pay any upfront legal costs for any of our legal services. We also work on a strict contingency structure, meaning that you will not pay anything at all if your lawsuit is not successful.
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