Benzoyl peroxide recalls

FDA drug recall list

Benzoyl peroxide acne products have been recalled after testing found benzene, a contaminant. Check the brand and lot code on the tube or bottle.

FDA data updated Sep 30, 2026Last synced Oct 6, 2026

Reports mentioning it: 49
Class I (serious): 0
Class II: 38
Class III: 11

Key facts: benzoyl peroxide recalls

The FDA has published 49 drug enforcement reports mentioning benzoyl peroxide since 2012, as of October 7, 2026.
0 of them were Class I, the most serious category, where a product could cause serious health problems or death.
The most recent was reported on Apr 22, 2026: SLMD BP Acne Spot Treatment, 10% Benzoyl Peroxide, 0 (Owen Biosciences Inc.), Class II.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement reports via openFDA. See our sources policy.

Latest 36 benzoyl peroxide recalls

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Showing the 36 most recent recalls of benzoyl peroxide products. 49 FDA reports mention benzoyl peroxide in total, including as an ingredient in other products. Use the search on the homepage to look up a specific brand or lot number.

Questions about benzoyl peroxide recalls

Is there a benzoyl peroxide recall right now?

There are no new FDA benzoyl peroxide recall reports in the last 90 days as of October 7, 2026. The most recent was “SLMD BP Acne Spot Treatment, 10% Benzoyl Peroxide, 0” from Owen Biosciences Inc. (Class II), reported Apr 22, 2026. FDA reports can appear weeks after a recall starts, so also check the FDA's official recall notices.

What should I do with a recalled benzoyl peroxide product?

If you have a recalled benzoyl peroxide product, compare the lot number and expiration date with the recall. Don't stop taking a prescription medicine on your own: call your pharmacist or doctor, who can confirm whether your supply is affected and arrange a replacement. In an emergency, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

How do I know if my benzoyl peroxide product is part of the recall?

Open the recall in the list on this page and compare the brand, product size, lot or UPC code, and best-by or expiration date with your package. A match on the product name alone doesn't mean your item is affected. You can also search by lot number on the FindMyRecall homepage.