Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief recalled for benzene contamination
Alchemee LLC is recalling Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (Benzoyl Peroxide 5%) due to the presence of benzene, a chemical contaminant. The recall affects approximately 38,237 bottles distributed nationwide.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this as a Class II recall, and benzene is a known carcinogen and hazardous chemical substance that poses a significant health risk. Class II recalls with serious contaminants warrant a Severe classification per the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Alchemee LLC, located in Santa Monica, CA, is recalling Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (Benzoyl Peroxide 5%), 0.33 oz. (9.45 g) bottles due to chemical contamination. The product contains benzene, which should not be present.
The recalled product was distributed nationwide in the USA. Affected lots are V3304A and V3305A with an expiration date of 10/31/2025. The product is available under UPC codes 7 35786 01921 1, 8 42944 10223 1, and as a twin pack under UPC 8 42944 10241 5.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it. Customers should contact Alchemee LLC or their retailer for further instructions regarding returns or refunds.
The recalled product
- Product
- Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief (Benzoyl Peroxide 5%), 0.33 oz. (9.45 g), Distributed by Alchemee LLC, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Made in the USA, UPC 7 35786 01921 1, UPC 8 42944 10223 1, and also packaged as a twin pack UPC 8 42944 10241 5,
- Manufacturer
- Alchemee, LLC
- Category
- Drug — Topical Acne Treatment
- 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 (3)
- Lots V3304A
- V3305A
- Exp 10/31/2025
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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