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Class II · Moderate risk Ongoing Initiated Jul 30, 2020 (6 years ago)

Modesa INSTANT HAND SANITIZER with Moisturizers and Aloe Vera

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: Next Advanced Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer was found to be below the label claim for ethanol content and contained methanol. Other products were recalled because they were manufactured in the same facility as the product found to contain methanol.

Cause type: Microbial contamination

Bacteria, mold, yeast or other microorganisms detected in the product. Contamination can occur from water systems, equipment or handling, and can cause infection. All microbial contamination recalls.

What was recalled

Modesa INSTANT HAND SANITIZER with Moisturizers and Aloe Vera (ethyl alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz (237 mL) bottle, Distributed by: Midwood brands, LLC 10611 Monroe RD. Mathews, NC 28105 Made in Mexico UPC 3 2251 38042 6

Drug: Alcohol

Recalling firm
Albek De Mexico S.A. De C.V.
Origin
N/A, Mexico
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Company announcement
Jul 31, 2020 · FDA notice with lot numbers
FDA recall number
D-0079-2021 · FDA notice

Check, then ask. Class II means harm is possible but usually temporary or reversible. Find the lot number on your package; if it matches, ask your pharmacist about a replacement. Do not simply stop a prescribed medication on your own - the gap can be riskier than the recall.

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Class II · Moderate risk

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Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Vitamin E and Aloe

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Class II · Moderate risk

Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers

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NuuxSan Instant ANTIBACTERIAL HAND SANITIZER

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