The Recall Desk

Hazard

Benzene recalls

49 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
49
Critical
3
Severe
23
Most recent
2026-04-22

Of the 49 benzene recalls we have scored against our rubric, 3 (6%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 23 (47%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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26–49 of 49

  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0246-2024·2024-01-24

    Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    The FDA is recalling Secret Dry Spray antiperspirant (Lot #12001458SF) due to benzene contamination. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

    Product
    Secret, Dry Spray, Aluminum chlorohydrate 23.5%, Antiperspirant, Rose, Topical spray can Net Wt 3.8 oz (107 g), Dist. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 69423-380-10, UPC 0 37000 79884 2
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0236-2024·2024-01-24

    Topical Drug Recalled: Americaine Benzocaine Spray Contaminated with Benzene

    Americaine benzocaine 20% topical anesthetic spray is being recalled nationwide due to benzene chemical contamination. The recall affects 34,704 cans with lot number 1A16420 and expiration date 01/31/2025.

    Product
    AMERICAINE — AMERICAINE (BENZOCAINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0255-2024·2024-01-24

    Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant Recalled Due to Manufacturing Facility Contamination Risk

    The FDA is recalling certain lots of Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant due to a manufacturing facility deviation and potential benzene contamination. All affected lots expire through September 2023.

    Product
    Secret, Dry Spray, (Aluminum chlorohydrate 23.5%), Antiperspirant, Lavender, Topical spray can Net Wt 3.8 oz (107 g), Dist. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 69423-383-10, UPC: 0 37000 72986 0
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0239-2024·2024-01-24

    Old Spice Anti-Perspirant Spray Recalled Due to Facility Benzene Contamination

    Old Spice SWEAT DEFENSE Dry Spray anti-perspirant is being recalled due to manufacturing facility issues where other product lots were found contaminated with benzene. No illnesses have been reported.

    Product
    Old Spice, SWEAT DEFENSE, STRONGER SWAGGER, Dry Spray, 48 Hour, (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%), Anti-Perspirant, Topical Spray Can, Net WT 3.8 oz (107 g), Distr. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC 69423-386-10, UPC 0 37000 73034 7 OR UPC 0 12044 04475 9 (12 Pack, ol
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0251-2024·2024-01-24

    Old Spice Anti-Perspirant Spray Recalled for Potential Benzene Contamination

    The FDA has recalled Old Spice SWEAT DEFENSE PURE SPORT PLUS anti-perspirant spray due to potential benzene contamination found at the manufacturing facility. All lots through September 2023 are affected.

    Product
    Old Spice, SWEAT DEFENSE PURE SPORT PLUS, (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%), Anti-Perspirant, Topical spray can, Net WT 3.8 oz (107 g) cans, Distr. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 69423-387-10, UPC 0 37000 72974 7
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0250-2024·2024-01-24

    Old Spice Pure Sport Deodorant Spray Recalled for Benzene Contamination Risk

    Procter & Gamble is recalling Old Spice Pure Sport Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant Spray (6.0 oz) due to potential benzene contamination risk from manufacturing facility CGMP deviations. All affected lots expire through September 2023.

    Product
    Old Spice, PURE SPORT, (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%), Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant Spray, Topical spray can, Net WT 6.0 OZ (170g), Distributed by Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 37000-199-60, UPC 0 12044 00191 2
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0254-2024·2024-01-24

    Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant Recalled for Potential Benzene Contamination

    The FDA has recalled Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant in Waterlily scent due to potential benzene contamination at the manufacturing facility. All lots with expiration dates through September 2023 are affected.

    Product
    Secret, Dry Spray, Aluminum chlorohydrate 23.5% Antiperspirant, Waterlily, Topical Spray Can, Net Wt 3.8 oz (107 g), Dist. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 69423-381-10; UPC 0 37000 72372 1; 12/pack UPC 0 37000 72991 4
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0247-2024·2024-01-24

    Secret OUTLAST Dry Spray Antiperspirant recalled for potential benzene contamination

    Procter & Gamble is recalling Secret OUTLAST Dry Spray Antiperspirant due to a manufacturing facility deviation where other lots were found contaminated with benzene. The recalled product was manufactured at the affected facility.

    Product
    Secret, OUTLAST, Dry Spray, (Aluminum chlorohydrate 23.5%), Antiperspirant, Completely Clean, Topical spray can 3.8 oz (107 g), Dist. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 69423-384-10, UPC 0 37000 74764 2
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0252-2024·2024-01-24

    Old Spice Anti-Perspirant Spray Recalled Due to Potential Benzene Contamination

    Procter & Gamble is recalling Old Spice SWEAT DEFENSE ULTIMATE CAPTAIN anti-perspirant spray due to potential benzene contamination at the manufacturing facility. Affected products have expiration dates through September 2023.

    Product
    Old Spice, SWEAT DEFENSE ULTIMATE CAPTAIN, Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%, Anti-Perspirant, Topical spray can 3.8 OZ (107 g), Distr. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC: 69423-385-10, UPC 0 37000 74947 9
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0209-2024·2024-01-03

    Sure Regular Antiperspirant Deodorant Aerosol Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    Sure Regular Antiperspirant Deodorant Aerosol (6 oz cans) sold nationwide in the US and Canada is being recalled due to benzene contamination. All lots expiring on or before August 2023 are affected.

    Product
    Sure Regular Antiperspirant Deodorant Aerosol (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 10%), packaged in 6 oz (170 g) aerosol cans, Distributed by Idelle Labs, Ltd., El Paso, TX 79912, NDC 41595-5518-06
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0208-2024·2024-01-03

    Sure Unscented Deodorant Aerosol Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    Sure Unscented Deodorant Aerosol is being recalled nationwide due to benzene contamination. Consumers should stop using affected cans and contact the manufacturer.

    Product
    Sure Unscented Anti-perspirant Deodorant Aerosol (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 10%), packaged in 6 oz (170 g) aerosol cans, Distributed by Idelle Labs, Ltd., El Paso, TX 79912, NDC 41595-5517-06
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0207-2024·2024-01-03

    Brut Classic Antiperspirant and Deodorant Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    Brut Classic Antiperspirant & Deodorant in 4 oz and 6 oz aerosol cans is being recalled due to benzene contamination. The recall affects all lots distributed in the United States and Canada.

    Product
    Brut Classic Antiperspirant & Deodorant (aluminum chlorohydrate 20.9%) packaged in a) 4 oz. (113g) aerosol cans (UPC 00827755070085, NDC 41595-7103-1) and b) 6 oz. (170g) aerosol cans (UPC 00827755070108, NDC 41595-7103-2), Distributed by Idelle Labs, Ltd. El Paso, TX 79912 USA
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0159-2024·2023-12-27

    Blistex Tolnaftate antifungal spray powder recalled for benzene contamination

    Blistex Inc is recalling Odor-Eaters brand Tolnaftate 1% antifungal spray powder nationwide due to benzene contamination. The recall affects approximately 243,386 cases distributed in the USA, Canada, and Korea.

    Product
    BLISTEX — BLISTEX (TOLNAFTATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0002-2023·2022-10-12

    Antica Farmacista Hand Sanitizer Ocean Citron Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    Antigua Farmacista Hand Sanitizer Ocean Citron (473 mL bottles) is being recalled because the product was found to contain benzene. The affected lot was distributed in Florida and Washington only.

    Product
    Antica Farmacista Hand Sanitizer Ocean Citron (ethyl alcohol, denatured 65%) packaged in 473 mL/16 fl. oz. bottles, Dist. By Antica Farmacista Seattle, WA 98122 UPC 8 47005 00450 9
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0212-2024·2022-09-21

    Banana Boat Clear Sunscreen Spray recalled for benzene contamination

    Edgewell Personal Care Brands is recalling Banana Boat hair & scalp defense Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 due to benzene contamination. The affected product was distributed nationwide in the United States.

    Product
    Banana Boat hair & scalp defense, Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 30, Avobenzone 2.0%, Homosalate 6.0%, Octocrylene 6.0%, packaged in Net Wt 6 oz. aluminum spray can, Distributed by: Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC, Shelton, CT 06484, UPC 0 79656 04041 8
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0877-2022·2022-05-11

    The Mandalorian Hand Sanitizer Recalled Nationwide for Benzene Contamination

    The Mandalorian Hand Sanitizer has been recalled nationwide due to FDA-detected benzene contamination. The recall affects 346,320 bottles with lot number 20E21.

    Product
    The Mandalorian Hand Sanitizer, ethyl alcohol 68%, 2.11 oz./60 mL bottles, Best Brands Consumer Products, Inc., c/o Best Brands Sales Company LLC, New York, NY NDC 74530-012-02
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0210-2024·2022-05-04

    Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Recalled Nationwide for Benzene Contamination

    Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant has been recalled nationwide due to the presence of benzene. The recall affects 4 oz. and 6 oz. cans bearing expiration date 9/30/2023.

    Product
    Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Powder scent, Aluminum Chlorohydrate (19.1%), packaged in a) 4 oz. cans (UPC 0 79400 75150 8), and b) 6 oz. cans (UPC 0 79400 78490 2), Dist. By Unilever, Trumbull, CT 06611
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0782-2022·2022-04-27

    artnaturals Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Benzene and Chemical Contamination

    artnaturals ethyl alcohol hand sanitizer (8 fl oz bottles, lot G20127E and G20128A, exp. 5/1/2022) is recalled nationwide due to chemical contamination including benzene, acetaldehyde, and acetal.

    Product
    artnaturals hand sanitizer, SCENT FREE HAND SANITIZER (ethyl alcohol 62.5%), 8 fl oz (236 ml) bottles, Dist. By artnaturals, Gardena, CA 90248, UPC: 8 16820 02820 5
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0251-2022·2021-11-24

    Tinactin Tolnaftate Liquid Spray Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals is recalling Tinactin (Tolnaftate 1%) liquid spray due to the presence of benzene chemical contamination. The product was distributed nationwide through retail channels.

    Product
    TINACTIN — TINACTIN (TOLNAFTATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0014-2022·2021-10-27

    Coppertone SPORT Sunscreen Spray recalled for benzene contamination

    Beiersdorf Inc. is recalling Coppertone SPORT Sunscreen Spray 50 (1.6 oz cans) nationwide due to the presence of benzene, a known carcinogen. Affected lot TN00BU3 expires 05/31/2024.

    Product
    Coppertone SPORT Sunscreen Spray 50, (To Deliver) Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, NET WT 1.6 OZ (45 g) can, Beiersdorf Inc., Wilton, CT 06897 UPC 0 41100 00506 9
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0012-2022·2021-10-27

    Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby Sunscreen Spray Recalled for Benzene Contamination

    Beiersdorf Inc. is recalling Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 Sunscreen Spray nationwide due to the presence of benzene, a chemical contaminant. Consumers should stop using affected products immediately.

    Product
    Coppertone Pure & Simple baby 50 Sunscreen Spray (To Deliver) Zinc Oxide 24.08%, NET WT 5 OZ (142 g) can, Beiersdorf Inc., Wilton, CT 06897 UPC 0 72140 02881 7
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0682-2021·2021-07-28

    Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Chemical Contamination

    Scentsational Soaps & Candles Inc is recalling Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Aloe Watermelon Lemonade due to contamination with methanol, benzene, and acetaldehyde. The 3.38 FL. OZ. bottles were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Watermelon Lemonade, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 814630 02423 3
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0677-2021·2021-07-28

    Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Methanol and Chemical Contamination

    Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Dragonfruit Splash (3.38 FL. OZ.) is being recalled because the product is contaminated with methanol, benzene, and acetaldehyde. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

    Product
    Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Dragonfruit Splash, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01332 5
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·76083·1976-12-07

    Imperial Toy Recalls Blobo Plastic Bubb-A-Loon Toys Due to Benzene

    Imperial Toy is recalling Blobo Plastic Bubb-A-Loon toys because they contain benzene, a banned hazardous substance. Consumers should stop using the product and return it for a refund.

    Product
    Blobo Plastic Bubb-A-Loon toys
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide