The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1407-2020·Announced 2020-08-05

Saniderm Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Undeclared Methanol Contamination

UVT INC is recalling Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer because it contains undeclared methanol. The product was distributed nationwide in the USA.

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 agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric. Additionally, the presence of undeclared methanol in a consumer product poses a significant risk of serious injury.

Plain-English summary

UVT INC is recalling Saniderm ADVANCED HAND SANITIZER, 70% Alcohol Content, 1 Liter bottles. The recall is due to chemical contamination, specifically the presence of undeclared methanol in the product.

The affected product is identified by Lot 0530 and an expiration date of 04/22. The product was produced by Eskbiochem SA de CV in Mexico and distributed by Polarized, LLC. A total of 38,016 bottles were distributed to two wholesalers in Florida, who may have further distributed the product nationwide in the USA.

Consumers should stop using the recalled hand sanitizer immediately. Methanol is a toxic substance that can cause serious health effects if ingested or absorbed through the skin in significant quantities. Individuals with questions about the recall should contact the recalling firm, UVT INC.

The recalled product

Product
Saniderm ADVANCED HAND SANITIZER, 70% Alcohol Content, 1 Liter bottles, Distributed by Polarized, LLC, Produced by Eskbiochem SA de CV, Mexico Japon 50, Celaya, Gto., Mexico, 38010. UPC 8 60003 63391 5.
Manufacturer
UVT INC
Category
Drug — Hand Sanitizer
Hazard
Affected units
38,016

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 0530
  • Exp. Date 04/22

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

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