Procter & Gamble recalls Old Spice and PURE SPORT deodorant sprays due to benzene contamination. Affected products contain aluminum chlorohydrate 23.5% and have specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should stop using and return affected items.
Chemical contamination: presence of benzene
Procter & Gamble is recalling Old Spice and PURE SPORT deodorant sprays that contain benzene, a chemical known to be harmful. This recall affects specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Using these products could pose a health risk due to benzene exposure.
Benzene is a known carcinogen that can cause health issues when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. The presence of benzene in these deodorant sprays poses a risk of harmful exposure during normal use.
Owners of Old Spice and PURE SPORT deodorant sprays with specific lot numbers and expiration dates are affected. People who use these products regularly are at the highest risk of exposure to benzene.
Check the product label for the lot numbers 11661458SM, 11681458SB, or 12621458SV, 12631458SB with expiration dates of May 31, 2023, or August 31, 2023.
Immediately stop using the affected deodorant sprays and do not apply them to your skin.
Contact Procter & Gamble for a refund or replacement of the affected product.
The product contains benzene, a known carcinogen that can cause health issues with prolonged exposure.
Lot numbers 11661458SM, 11681458SB, 12621458SV, and 12631458SB are affected.
The affected products expire by May 31, 2023, or August 31, 2023.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Procter & Gamble to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0238-2024 — Procter & Gamble Procter & Gamble Hello, I own a Procter & Gamble that is covered by recall D-0238-2024 from Procter & Gamble. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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