The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0274-2025·Announced 2025-03-19

Walgreens Acne Control Cleanser recalled for benzene contamination

Walgreens Acne Control Cleanser with 10% benzoyl peroxide is being recalled nationwide due to benzene contamination. The affected lot (23-09328, exp. 09/2025) was distributed across the U.S.

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 benzene contamination, a known carcinogen, in a topical product. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. This qualifies as a risk-of-harm product without reported harm, warranting a High severity rating per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Walgreens Acne Control Cleanser (10% benzoyl peroxide, 5 oz/142g) is being recalled nationwide due to the presence of benzene contamination. Benzene is a known carcinogen.

The affected product was manufactured by Sigan Industries Group Inc. and distributed by Walgreen Co. The recalled lot is number 23-09328 with an expiration date of 09/2025 (UPC# 1 9560203602 8, representing 13,440 tubes).

Consumers who have this product should not use it. For further information, the distributor is located at 200 Wilmont Road, Deerfield, Illinois.

The recalled product

Product
Walgreens, Acne Control Cleanser, 10% Benzoyl Peroxide/Acne Treatment, NET WT 5 OZ (142g) Distributed by: Walgreen CO, 200 Wilmont RD, Deerfield, IL, Made in Canada. UPC#: 1 9560203602 8
Manufacturer
Sigan Industries Group Inc.
Category
Drug — Topical Skincare
Hazard
  • benzene
  • chemical-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 (2)

  • Lot#: 23-09328
  • Exp.: 09/2025

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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