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Albek De Mexico S.A. De C.V.: Various Hand Sanitizers Recalled for Methanol Contamination and Low Ethanol

Agency Publication Date: November 17, 2020
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Summary

Albek De Mexico S.A. De C.V. has recalled over 6 million units of various hand sanitizers, including brands like Next Advanced, NuuxSan, Modesa, and Assured. These products were found to contain methanol, a toxic substance, or had lower-than-labeled levels of ethanol, making them less effective at killing germs. The recall affects approximately 6,090,088 bottles sold in 8 fl oz (236-237 mL) sizes across the United States. Consumers should stop using these products immediately and follow disposal instructions to avoid serious health risks.

Risk

Methanol exposure can lead to serious health issues including nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, or permanent damage to the nervous system. The presence of methanol is particularly dangerous if ingested by children or if absorbed through the skin in significant amounts.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your hand sanitizer bottle to see if it is one of the affected brands: NuuxSan, Modesa, Assured, or NEXT ADVANCED ANTIBACTERIAL HAND SANITIZER.
  2. Identify your product's specific lot number and UPC: NuuxSan (UPC 713620000175, all lots), Modesa (UPC 32251380426, lot 1931104AL), Assured Aloe (UPC 639277928610, lot 1931102AL), Assured Vitamin E (UPC 639277928597, lot 1931101AL), or NEXT ADVANCED (UPC 650240053573, lots ending in 1001, 1002, 1003, 1004, 1005).
  3. Stop using the recalled hand sanitizer immediately to prevent skin absorption or accidental ingestion.
  4. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance if you have experienced any adverse symptoms related to using these products.
  5. Return any unused product to the pharmacy or place of purchase for a refund and contact the manufacturer, Albek De Mexico S.A. De C.V., for further instructions regarding disposal.
  6. For additional questions, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: NuuxSan Instant ANTIBACTERIAL HAND SANITIZER, 70% Ethyl Alcohol (8 fl oz / 237 mL)
UPC Codes:
713620000175
Lot Numbers:
all lots
Product: Modesa INSTANT HAND SANITIZER with Moisturizers and Aloe Vera (8 fl oz / 237 mL)
UPC Codes:
32251380426
Lot Numbers:
1931104AL
Product: Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers (8 fl oz / 237 mL)
UPC Codes:
639277928610
Lot Numbers:
1931102AL
Product: Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Vitamin E and Aloe (8 fl oz / 237 mL)
UPC Codes:
639277928597
Lot Numbers:
1931101AL
Product: NEXT ADVANCED ANTIBACTERIAL HAND SANITIZER (8 FL OZ / 236 ML)
UPC Codes:
650240053573
Lot Numbers:
Lots ending in 1001
Lots ending in 1002
Lots ending in 1003
Lots ending in 1004
Lots ending in 1005

Product Images

Product label front and back, Assured Hand Sanitizer Vitamin E 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 639277928597

Product label front and back, Assured Hand Sanitizer Vitamin E 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 639277928597

Product label front and back, Assured Hand Sanitizer Aloe Vera 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 639277928610

Product label front and back, Assured Hand Sanitizer Aloe Vera 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 639277928610

Product label front and back, Next Hand Sanitizer 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 650240053573

Product label front and back, Next Hand Sanitizer 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 650240053573

Product label front and back, Nuuxsan Hand Sanitizer 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 713620000175

Product label front and back, Nuuxsan Hand Sanitizer 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 713620000175

Product label front and back, Modesa Hand Sanitizer with Moisturizers and Aloe Vera 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 032251380426

Product label front and back, Modesa Hand Sanitizer with Moisturizers and Aloe Vera 8 fl oz plastic bottles; UPC 032251380426

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 86162
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Albek De Mexico S.A. De C.V.
Sold By: PCM North America LLC; Midwood brands, LLC; Greenbrier International, Inc.; Genomma Lab USA Inc.
Manufactured In: Mexico
Units Affected: 5 products (1,441,548 bottles; 2,760 bottles; 27,000 bottles; 19,992 bottles; 4,598,788 bottles)
Distributed To: Nationwide

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