Bayer recalls LOTRIMIN AF powder spray due to benzene contamination. This chemical hazard may cause health risks. Consumers should check product details and follow official instructions.
Chemical Contamination: presence of benzene
Bayer is recalling LOTRIMIN AF powder spray (133g) because it contains benzene, a chemical that can pose health risks. This recall affects products with specific lot numbers and distribution dates from November 2021 to April 2023.
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, though the exact risk level is not specified in the recall notice.
People who own or use LOTRIMIN AF powder spray with the specified lot numbers and distribution dates are affected. Those using the product for treating jock itch may be at risk if benzene exposure occurs.
Check the product label for the lot numbers CV018TV (dist. 11/30/2021), CV01A71 (1/31/2022), CV01CK4 (4/30/2022), TN0023G (12/31/2022), TN006TC (1/31/2023), TN007TG (3/31/2023), TN008CZ (4/30/2023), and TN008CY (4/30/2023). The product was distributed from November 2021 to April 2023.
Look for the lot numbers CV018TV, CV01A71, CV01CK4, TN0023G, TN006TC, TN007TG, TN008CZ, or TN008CY on the label.
The recall states there is benzene contamination, which can pose health risks, but the exact risk level is not specified in the notice.
The recall does not provide specific action steps for consumers, only instructions to check the product details.
Check the product label for the lot numbers CV018TV, CV01A71, CV01CK4, TN0023G, TN006TC, TN007TG, TN008CZ, or TN008CY.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bayer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0247-2022 — Bayer Bayer Hello, I own a Bayer that is covered by recall D-0247-2022 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.
