Old Spice recalls 3.8 oz sweat defense spray due to benzene contamination. This chemical poses health risks. Consumers should stop using affected products immediately.
Chemical contamination: presence of benzene
Old Spice is recalling its Sweat Defense Ultimate Captain anti-perspirant spray cans because they contain benzene, a chemical that can be harmful. This recall affects products with specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Using these products could pose health risks, so affected consumers should stop using them.
Benzene is a known carcinogen that can cause health issues when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. The presence of benzene in this anti-perspirant spray can lead to health risks if the product is used as intended.
Old Spice Sweat Defense Ultimate Captain anti-perspirant users who purchased the recalled spray cans with lot numbers 03581458SA (expiring 11/30/2022) or 10251458SU/10261458SA (expiring 12/31/2022). People who use the product regularly are most at risk due to potential health effects from benzene exposure.
Check the lot number on the can: 03581458SA (expires 11/30/2022) or 10251458SU/10261458SA (expires 12/31/2022). The product is a 3.8 oz spray can labeled as 'SWEAT DEFENSE ULTIMATE CAPTAIN, Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%'.
Immediately stop using the recalled Old Spice Sweat Defense Ultimate Captain anti-perspirant spray cans with lot numbers 03581458SA (expiring 11/30/2022) or 10251458SU/10261458SA (expiring 12/31/2022).
Old Spice Sweat Defense Ultimate Captain anti-perspirant spray cans with 3.8 oz size, lot numbers 03581458SA (expiring 11/30/2022) or 10251458SU/10261458SA (expiring 12/31/2022).
Check the lot number on the can: 03581458SA (expires 11/30/2022) or 10251458SU/10261458SA (expires 12/31/2022). The product is a 3.8 oz spray can labeled as 'SWEAT DEFENSE ULTIMATE CAPTAIN, Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%'.
Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Old Spice to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0241-2024 — Old Spice Old Spice Hello, I own a Old Spice that is covered by recall D-0241-2024 from Old Spice. 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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