Hazard

Chemical Contamination recalls

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

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76–100 of 135

SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0240-2024·2024-01-24
Old Spice Sweat Defense Spray Recalled for Benzene Contamination Nationwide
Old Spice Sweat Defense Pure Sport Plus anti-perspirant spray is being recalled nationwide due to benzene contamination in specific lot numbers. Consumers should discontinue use of affected products immediately.
Product
Old Spice, SWEAT DEFENSE PURE SPORT PLUS, Dry Spray, (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
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0238-2024·2024-01-24
Old Spice PURE SPORT Anti-Perspirant Spray Recalled for Benzene Contamination
Old Spice PURE SPORT Anti-Perspirant Spray is recalled for benzene contamination in certain lot numbers. The product was distributed nationwide and internationally.
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
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
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0244-2024·2024-01-24
Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant Recalled Due to Benzene Contamination
Procter & Gamble is recalling Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant due to benzene contamination in specific lot numbers. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall.
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
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0243-2024·2024-01-24
Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant recalled due to benzene contamination
The FDA has recalled Secret Dry Spray Antiperspirant due to benzene contamination in certain lots. Affected products were distributed nationwide in the USA, Puerto Rico, Canada, and internationally.
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-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
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
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0111-2024·2023-11-29
Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Excess Acetal and Acetaldehyde Contamination
Integrity Biochem hand sanitizer recalled due to contamination with acetal and acetaldehyde at levels above FDA standards. The product was distributed to one Oklahoma distributor.
Product
Integrity Biochem HSC 70-VA, Alcohol Antiseptic 70%, Hand Sanitizer, Vanilla Scented Topical Gel 208.19L (55 gallons)- drum. Integrity Biochem, 1100 North Cresson Hwy, Cresson, TX 76035. Made in the USA, NDC: 77512-052-03
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0179-2024·2023-11-01
Robotics Pack I.V. Catheter and Adhesive Recalled for Sterilization Defect
American Contract Systems is recalling its Robotics Pack (56 cases) due to improper sterilization of IV catheter and adhesive components. The devices may have lost functionality or drug efficacy and may contain excessive ethylene oxide residuals.
Product
Robotics Pack, REF SSRO22D
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0031-2024·2023-10-18
Medical device manufacturer recalls hemodialysis machines for potential PCBA leaching
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling 733 units of the 2008T GEN 2 Bibag hemodialysis machine due to potential printed circuit board assembly material leaching from tubing. All affected units were distributed domestically.
Product
2008T GEN 2 Bibag without CDX
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1422-2023·2023-08-23
Zephyrhills Spring Water recalled due to bromate contamination
Blue Triton is recalling certain batches of Zephyrhills 100% Natural Spring Water 16.9 FL Oz bottles distributed domestically due to bromate levels exceeding EPA maximum contaminant limits. Consumers should discontinue use of affected batches.
Product
1964 Zephyrhills 100% Natural Spring Water 16.9 FL Oz (500 mL)
Category
Food
Distribution
0 states
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0874-2023·2023-06-21
Hand sanitizer recalled nationwide for methanol contamination
SOFT HANDS Alcohol Antiseptic 80% hand sanitizer is recalled nationwide due to FDA detection of methanol contamination. Approximately 7,303 gallons were distributed with manufacture dates from March to August 2020.
Product
SOFT HANDS Alcohol Antiseptic 80%, Topical Solution, HAND SANITIZER, NON-STERILE SOLUTION, cleanpro SUPPLY, 1 US gallon / 3785.41ml, plastic gallon bottle, MCS Midwest Cleaning Solutions, 404 Noid Rd., Canton, SD 57013.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0873-2023·2023-06-21
Hand Sanitizer Containing Methanol Recalled Due to Chemical Contamination
Jarman's Midwest Cleaning Systems recalled 2,365 gallons of 80% alcohol antiseptic hand sanitizer nationwide due to FDA-detected methanol contamination. Consumers should stop using affected products immediately.
Product
Alcohol Antiseptic 80%, Topical Solution, Hand Sanitizer, Non-sterile Solution, Volume: 3.785 L, plastic gallon bottle, MCS Midwest Cleaning Solutions, 404 Noid Rd., Canton, SD 57013.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0716-2023·2023-04-19
Hiland Fat Free Chocolate Milk Recalled Due to Food Grade Sanitizer Contamination
Hiland Dairy Foods Company is recalling Hiland Fat Free Chocolate Milk Vitamin A&D sold in Texas. A small number of cartons may contain food grade sanitizer residue.
Product
Hiland Fat Free Chocolate Milk Vitamin A&D Naturally Flavored Half Pint (236 mL) UPC 72060 00133 4 packaged in a paper carton
Category
Food
Distribution
0 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-0694-2023·2023-04-12
Purity Sweet Acidophilus 1% Low Fat Milk Recall Due to Sanitizer Contamination
DFA Dairy Brands Fluid, LLC is recalling Purity Sweet Acidophilus 1% Low Fat Milk due to potential sanitizer contamination. The recalled product was distributed in Alabama.
Product
Purity Sweet Acidophilus 1% Lowfat Milk packaged in paper half pint cartons - 50 cartons per case, Keep Refrigerated
Category
Food
Distribution
0 states
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0264-2023·2023-02-15
Ohm Sanitizer Spray Recalled Due to Chemical Contamination
Urban Electric Power is recalling Ohm Sanitizer Spray nationwide because FDA analysis found the product contains acetaldehyde and acetal above specification limits.
Product
Ohm Sanitizer Spray (alcohol (ethyl alcohol) 80% v/v, 8 FL OZ (237 ML) bottles.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0263-2023·2023-02-15
Ohm Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Acetaldehyde and Acetal Contamination
Urban Electric Power is recalling Ohm Hand Sanitizer products in multiple sizes due to FDA findings of acetaldehyde and acetal above specification limits resulting from manufacturing deviations.
Product
Ohm Hand Sanitizer (alcohol (ethanol) 70 % v/v), packaged in a) 2 FL OZ (60 ML), b) 3 FL OZ (88 ML) bottles, c) 10 FL OZ (295 ML) bottles, d)12 FL OZ (355 ML) bottles, e)16 FL OZ (473 ML) bottles, f) 64 FL OZ (1892 ML) bottles, g) 128 FL OZ (3785 ML) bottles
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0236-2023·2023-01-18
Dole Salad Blends Butter Lettuce Recalled for Incorrect Chemical in Wash System
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is recalling Salad Blends Butter Lettuce because foam detergent was inadvertently added to the wash system. No illnesses have been reported.
Product
Salad Blends Butter Lettuce butter lettuce and leaf lettuce Packaged By: Dole Exclusively Thoroughly Washed Ready To Eat Perishable Keep Refrigerated NET WT 7 OZ (198 g) UPC 68826721143
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0245-2023·2023-01-18
Salad kit recall due to incorrect chemical used in wash systems
Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling Marketside Southwest Chopped Salad Kit and Little Salad Bar Blend products due to incorrect foam detergent being added to vegetable wash systems.
Product
Marketside Southwest Chopped Salad Kit Green Cabbage, Green Leaf Lettuce, Kale, Red Cabbage, Carrots, Green Onions, Tortilla Strips, Cheddar Cheese and Chipotle Dressing Perishable/Keep Refrigerated Salad & Toppings NET WT 10.3 OZ (293g) Dressing 3 FL OZ (89mL) UPC 681131305129
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0238-2023·2023-01-18
Dole Salad Kit Recalled for Incorrect Chemical in Wash Process
Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling Dole Premium Kit Southwest Salad packages distributed to 12 states due to incorrect foam detergent being used in the vegetable wash system instead of the proper chemical.
Product
Dole Premium Kit Southwest Salad Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Tortilla Strips, Taco Ranch Dressing, White Cheddar, Red Cabbage, Radishes, Carrots Thoroughly Washed Perishable/Keep Refrigerated Salad & Toppings NET WT: 10.6 OZ (301 g) Dressing NET: 2.2 FL OZ (86 mL) Total
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0231-2023·2023-01-18
Dole Chopped Salad Kit Recalled for Incorrect Chemical Used in Vegetable Washing
Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling certain Dole Chopped Kit Bacon & Bleu salads (6,451 cases) because foam detergent was mistakenly added during vegetable washing instead of the correct chemical.
Product
Dole Chopped Kit Bacon & Bleu Green Cabbage, Green Leaf Lettuce, Carrots, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Bacon Crumbles, Green Onions, Red Cabbage, with Kale Thoroughly Washed Perishable/Keep Refrigerated Salad & Toppings NET WT: 8.7 OZ (248 g) Dressing NET: 3.0 FL OZ (87 mL) Total NET WT
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0240-2023·2023-01-18
Salad Kits Recalled Due to Incorrect Chemical in Wash Systems
Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling Little Salad Bar and Peak Harvest Asian Chopped Salad Kits because foam detergent was incorrectly added to wash systems. No illnesses have been reported.
Product
Little Salad Bar Asian Chopped Salad Kit Green Cabbage, Green Leaf Lettuce, Kale, Red Cabbage, Carrots, Green Onion, Wonton Strips, Asian Sesame Dressing Sliced Almonds Salad & Toppings NET WT 9.5 OZ (269g) Dressing NET 2.2 FL OZ (66mL) Keep Refrigerated Perishable UPC 409910008
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0235-2023·2023-01-18
Dole Salad Blends recalled due to chemical contamination in wash systems
Dole salad blends may contain foam detergent residue due to an error in wash systems. Affected packages bear codes N33011A or N33011B.
Product
Salad Blends American Style iceberg lettuce, green leaf lettuce, carrots, red cabbage, and radishes Packaged By Dole Exclusively Thoroughly Washed Ready To Eat Perishable Keep Refrigerated NET WT 12 OZ (340g) UPC 68826721153 Also under Peak Harvest by Lidl NET WT 12 OZ (340g)
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0242-2023·2023-01-18
Simply Nature Organic Spring Mix Recalled for Wash Chemical Contamination
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is recalling Simply Nature Organic Spring Mix (16 oz, UPC 4099100088632) because foam detergent was incorrectly added to wash systems during processing.
Product
Simply Nature Organic Spring Mix Mix of Baby Lettuces, Greens & Radicchio Thoroughly Washed No Preservatives Keep Refrigerated NET WT 16 OZ (454g) UPC 4099100088632
Category
Food
Distribution
12 states