Walker Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Unapproved Excipient
Walker Emulsions Inc. is recalling Walker Hand Sanitizer because it contains DA-2I Ethanol, an excipient not approved for use in hand sanitizers.
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, but the source text explicitly states no illnesses or injuries have been reported, and the hazard involves an unapproved excipient rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural defect, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Walker Emulsions Inc. is voluntarily recalling Walker Hand Sanitizer, Non-Sterile Solution, Alcohol Antiseptic, 70%, in 32 oz and 16 oz sizes. The recall was initiated after a notification from Health Canada indicated that the product contains DA-2I Ethanol, a type of excipient that is not approved for use in hand sanitizers.
The affected product is identified by Lot # 210061. Distribution records indicate that the product was shipped to a sister plant site in South Carolina, with one donation made to a consignee in Oregon. The majority of the hand sanitizer was shipped to Canada, where Health Canada has already received consignee information and classified the recall.
Consumers who have purchased this specific lot of Walker Hand Sanitizer should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Walker Hand Sanitizer, Non-Sterile Solution, Alcohol Antiseptic, 70%, 32 oz and 16 oz, Topical Solution, Walker Emulsions Inc., 4401 SE Johnson Creek Blvd., Portland, OR 97222, NDC 74940-0415-1
- Manufacturer
- WALKER EMULSIONS INC
- Category
- Drug — Topical Antiseptic
- 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 (1)
- Lot # 210061
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by WALKER EMULSIONS 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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