The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1060-2019·Announced 2019-04-03

Ecolab Gel Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Chemical Contamination

Ecolab Inc. is recalling specific lots of Ecolab Gel Hand Sanitizer due to the presence of low levels of substituted benzene compounds.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source describes the contamination as 'low levels' of substituted benzene compounds without reporting any illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall involving low-risk contamination or voluntary precautionary measures.

Plain-English summary

Ecolab Inc. is recalling specific lots of Ecolab Gel Hand Sanitizer (Ethyl Alcohol 70%) in 37 mL, 118 mL, and 540 mL bottles. The recall was initiated after the company identified low levels of various substituted benzene (aromatic) compounds in the product following complaints of malodor.

The affected products are identified by the following lot numbers and expiration dates: Lot HS091281 (Exp. AUG 2020), Lot HS091781 (Exp. AUG 2020), and Lots HS082881, HS083081, and HS090781 (Exp. AUG 2020). The products were distributed nationwide within the United States.

Consumers should check their bottles for the affected lot numbers and expiration dates. If the product matches the recalled lots, consumers should stop using it and contact Ecolab Inc. for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
ECOLAB (ALCOHOL)
Brand
ECOLAB
Manufacturer
Ecolab Inc
Category
Drug — OTC Drug
Hazard

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 (6)

  • Lot #: a) HS091281
  • Exp. AUG 2020
  • b) HS091781
  • Exp. AUG 2020 and c) HS082881
  • HS083081
  • and HS090781

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 5 recalled by Ecolab Inc under a single FDA (Drugs) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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