Hand sanitizer recalls

FDA drug recall list

Hand sanitizers have been recalled for containing methanol or benzene, which are toxic. Stop using recalled products and keep them away from children.

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

Reports mentioning it: 211
Class I (serious): 56
Class II: 149
Class III: 6

Key facts: hand sanitizer recalls

The FDA has published 211 drug enforcement reports mentioning hand sanitizer since 2012, as of October 7, 2026.
56 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 Nov 26, 2025: GelRite Instant Hand Sanitizer, Alcohol 65%, packaged in a) 118 mL (NDC 61924-106-04),… (DermaRite Industries, LLC), Class II.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement reports via openFDA. See our sources policy.

Latest 150 hand sanitizer recalls

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Showing the 150 most recent recalls of hand sanitizer products. 211 FDA reports mention hand sanitizer 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 hand sanitizer recalls

Is there a hand sanitizer recall right now?

There are no new FDA hand sanitizer recall reports in the last 90 days as of October 7, 2026. The most recent was “GelRite Instant Hand Sanitizer, Alcohol 65%, packaged in a) 118 mL (NDC 61924-106-04),…” from DermaRite Industries, LLC (Class II), reported Nov 26, 2025. 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 hand sanitizer product?

If you have a recalled hand sanitizer 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 hand sanitizer 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.