Salon Technologies International. Inc. has issued a nationwide voluntary recall of Antica Ocean Citron Hand Sanitizer (Alcohol) Gel 65% due to the presence of benzene.
This hand sanitizer does not meet the safety standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Benzene in cosmetics, which is 0.1%. Salon Technologies International. Inc. voluntarily recalls all bottles of Antica Ocean Citron Hand Sanitizer (Alcohol) Gel 65% with lot numbers Lot 1166A. out of an abundance of caution.
The Consumer level recalls came after Firm lab testing found that some bottles of Antica Ocean Citron Hand Sanitizer (Alcohol) Gel 65% had benzene levels that exceeded the FDA’s safety standards.
Benzene is a known carcinogen. People get exposed to high levels of benzene through inhalation, ingestion, or through the skin.
Why Should You Be Concerned?
Exposure to high levels of benzene for a long duration can cause leukemia or blood cancer of the bone marrow. Long-term exposure to low levels of benzene can also cause anemia and blood disorders. All these conditions can be life-threatening.
Salon Technologies International Inc. has not received reports of adverse reactions related to this voluntary recall.
This voluntary recall is being conducted out of an abundance of caution. Salon Technologies International Inc. had distributed up to 512 bottles of Antica Ocean Citron Hand Sanitizer (alcohol) Gel 65% in Seattle, Washington area. The lot number, Lot 1166A, is located on the bottom of each bottle, and the product has an expiration of 6/18/2023.
Salon Technologies International Inc. sent emails to all its distributors and is making arrangements for the return of the recalled bottles. Consumers who have purchased this product should immediately discontinue use and return the bottles to the place of purchase.
What Next?
If you have any questions regarding the recall, you can contact Salon Technologies International Inc. (407-248-2948) or send an email to [email protected], Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm EST.
If you experience any problems after using this drug product, you should talk to your physician.
For any advance reactions or quality issues related to Antica Ocean Citron Hand Sanitizer (alcohol) Gel 65%, please report to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program. You can fill out their online form, use regular mail, or send a fax.
This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
