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WALKER EMULSIONS INC: Walker Hand Sanitizers Recalled for Unapproved Ethanol Type

Agency Publication Date: July 22, 2020
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Summary

Walker Emulsions Inc. is recalling various sizes of Walker Hand Sanitizer because they were manufactured with DA-2I ethanol, a type of alcohol that is not approved for use in hand sanitizers. The recall affects 1-gallon containers of 60% alcohol solution and 16 oz or 32 oz bottles of 70% alcohol solution. These products were distributed to a site in South Carolina, donated to a recipient in Oregon, and shipped to Canada.

Risk

The use of unapproved ethanol types in hand sanitizers can lead to skin irritation or the presence of impurities that have not been vetted for safety by health authorities. While no injuries have been reported, the product does not meet the regulatory standards for topical antiseptics.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your hand sanitizer containers for Walker Emulsions Hand Sanitizer (60%) in 1 Gallon bottles with Lot # 209638 and NDC 74940-0415-1.
  2. Check your hand sanitizer containers for Walker Hand Sanitizer (70%) in 32 oz and 16 oz bottles with Lot # 210061 and NDC 74940-0415-1.
  3. Immediately stop using the affected hand sanitizer and contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have concerns about skin irritation or other reactions.
  4. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Walker Emulsions Inc. at their Portland, OR location for further instructions.
  5. For additional questions or to report a reaction, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA).

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Contact healthcare provider and return product for refund.

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

Affected Products

Product: Walker Emulsions Hand Sanitizer (60%) Non-Sterile Solution (1 Gallon)
Model:
NDC 74940-0415-1
Recall #: D-1416-2020
Lot Numbers:
209638
Product: Walker Hand Sanitizer 70% Non-Sterile Solution (32 oz)
Model:
NDC 74940-0415-1
Recall #: D-1417-2020
Lot Numbers:
210061
Product: Walker Hand Sanitizer 70% Non-Sterile Solution (16 oz)
Model:
NDC 74940-0415-1
Recall #: D-1417-2020
Lot Numbers:
210061

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 85955
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: WALKER EMULSIONS INC
Sold By: Donation to consignee in OR; Sister plant site in SC
Manufactured In: United States
Distributed To: South Carolina, Oregon
Agency Last Updated: July 28, 2020

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