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Critical RiskFDA Drug
Medications & Supplements/Topical Products

Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirants Recalled for Benzene

Agency Publication Date: April 26, 2022
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Summary

Unilever United States Inc. has recalled all lots of Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant in Powder and Fresh scents with an expiration date of September 30, 2023. These over-the-counter products containing Aluminum Chlorohydrate (19.1%) were recalled after benzene, a human carcinogen, was detected in some samples or because they were produced at a facility where benzene contamination was found. While Unilever has not received reports of adverse events, the recall is being conducted out of an abundance of caution.

Risk

Exposure to benzene can occur through inhalation, orally, and through the skin. Long-term exposure to benzene can result in life-threatening cancers, including leukemia and blood cancer of the bone marrow, as well as blood disorders. Benzene is present in the environment from various sources, but its presence in these aerosol products exceeds acceptable safety levels.

What You Should Do

  1. The recalled products are Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Powder scent in 4 oz. cans (UPC 079400751508) and 6 oz. cans (UPC 079400784902), and Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Fresh scent in 6 oz. cans (UPC 079400785503). All lots with an expiration date of 9/30/2023 are affected.
  2. Stop using the recalled aerosol antiperspirant spray immediately.
  3. If you have health concerns, contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
  4. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
  5. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

💰Option 1: Full Refund
How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance, or return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund
🗑️Option 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away. For prescription medications, a DEA take-back location or pharmacy mail-back program is preferred when available.

Affected Products

Product: Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Powder scent (4 oz)
Variants: 4 oz, Powder scent
UPC Codes:
079400751508
Lot Numbers:
all lots (Exp 9/30/2023)

Aluminum Chlorohydrate (19.1%)

Product: Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Powder scent (6 oz)
Variants: 6 oz, Powder scent
UPC Codes:
079400784902
Lot Numbers:
all lots (Exp 9/30/2023)

Aluminum Chlorohydrate (19.1%)

Product: Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant Fresh scent (6 oz)
Variants: 6 oz, Fresh scent
UPC Codes:
079400785503
Lot Numbers:
all lots (Exp 9/30/2023)

Aluminum Chlorohydrate (19.1%)

Product Images

Front Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Fresh

Front Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Fresh

Back Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Fresh

Back Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Fresh

Front Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Powder

Front Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Powder

Back Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Powder

Back Label Suave, 24 Hr. Protection, 6 oz., Powder

BAR CODE 0 79400 78490 3, 6 oz. Aerosol Powder

BAR CODE 0 79400 78490 3, 6 oz. Aerosol Powder

BAR CODE 0 74900 78550 3, 6 oz. Aerosol Fresh

BAR CODE 0 74900 78550 3, 6 oz. Aerosol Fresh

BAR CODE 0 74900 75150 8, 4 oz. Aerosol  Powder

BAR CODE 0 74900 75150 8, 4 oz. Aerosol Powder

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 89902
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Unilever United States Inc.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 2 products (unknown; unknown)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: December 28, 2023

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