Bayer recalls Tinactin (Tolnaftate 1%) Powder Spray due to benzene contamination. Affected products have specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should contact Bayer for details.
Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene
Bayer is recalling Tinactin Powder Spray because it contains benzene, a chemical that can be harmful. This recall affects specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Bayer for instructions.
Benzene is a known chemical that can cause health issues when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. The presence of benzene in this product poses a potential health risk, especially with prolonged use.
People who own or use the recalled Tinactin Powder Spray with lot numbers CV015YS (expiring 9/30/2021) or TN008CT/TN007TJ (expiring 3/31/2023) are affected. Those using the product for fungal infections may be at risk.
Check the product label for lot numbers CV015YS (expiring 9/30/2021) or TN008CT/TN007TJ (expiring 3/31/2023). The product is sold in 133g (4.6 oz) cans with specific country of origin labels.
Look for lot numbers CV015YS (expiring 9/30/2021) or TN008CT/TN007TJ (expiring 3/31/2023) on the can.
The recall states the product contains benzene, a chemical that can be harmful. Bayer recommends not using the product until further instructions are received.
Contact Bayer Healthcare LLC at 1-800-823-2233 or visit their website for instructions on what to do with the product.
Check the product label for lot numbers CV015YS (expiring 9/30/2021) or TN008CT/TN007TJ (expiring 3/31/2023).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bayer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0253-2022 — Bayer Bayer Hello, I own a Bayer that is covered by recall D-0253-2022 from Bayer. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
