Secret anti-perspirant spray recalled for potential benzene contamination
The FDA is recalling Secret powder fresh anti-perspirant spray due to potential benzene contamination found at the manufacturing facility.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall for potential benzene contamination, a known carcinogen. No illnesses or injuries are documented. The contamination is based on facility findings rather than confirmed in this product, making this precautionary.
Plain-English summary
The FDA is recalling Secret powder fresh anti-perspirant/deodorant spray (Aluminum chlorohydrate 24%) manufactured by Procter & Gamble. The recall was initiated due to potential benzene contamination in the manufacturing facility. Benzene was detected in other lots produced at the same facility, indicating that the manufacturing environment may be contaminated.
The recall affects all lots with expiration dates through September 2023, including 4 oz (113g) and 6 oz (170g) individual spray cans and 6 oz twin pack units. These products were distributed nationwide throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, as well as internationally to numerous territories and countries.
Consumers who have purchased the affected product should stop using it immediately and may return the product to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions can contact Procter & Gamble customer service.
The recalled product
- Product
- Secret, powder fresh, (Aluminum chlorohydrate 24%), Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant, Topical spray can Net Wt., (a) 4OZ (113g), NDC 37000-134-11, UPC 0 37000 71109 4, (b) 6OZ (170g), NDC 37000-134-17, UPC 0 37000 71108 7; (c) twin pack-2 Topical spray cans, each can Net Wt. 6OZ (170g)
- Manufacturer
- The Procter & Gamble Company
- Category
- Drug — Topical Anti-Perspirant
- Hazard
- benzene-contamination
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- All lots with expiry through September 2023
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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