The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1587-2020·Announced 2020-09-30

Gelbac T Hand Gel Recalled for Methanol Contamination

Incredible Products is recalling Gelbac T Antibacterial Hand Gel because it contains methanol and is sub-potent for ethanol.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of 5 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Incredible Products, SA de CV is recalling Gelbac T Antibacterial Hand Gel (ethyl alcohol 80%) due to chemical contamination. The product contains methanol as an active ingredient and is sub-potent for ethanol.

The recall affects 4.2 Oz./125 mL bottles (NDC: 71761-000-00, UPC: 7502278002555) and 33.8 Oz./1 L bottles (UPC: 7502278002586). The affected lot number is 001 with an expiration date of 04/2023. The product was distributed in California and Georgia.

Consumers should stop using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Incredible Products Gelbac T Antibacterial Hand Gel (ethyl alcohol 80%), Kills 99.9% bacteria and germs, a) 4.2 Oz./125 mL bottle, NDC: 71761-000-00, UPC: 7502278002555, Distributed by Pacific Coast Global Inc. Chula Vista, CA 91911, Made in Mexico b) 33.8 Oz./1 L, UPC: 750227800

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 #: 001
  • Exp. 04/2023

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: