Bayer recalls Tinactin (Tolnaftate 1%) liquid spray due to benzene contamination from manufacturing at a facility with past contamination issues. Affected lots have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
cGMP Deviations: manufactured at the same facility where other lots were found to be contaminated with benzene.
Bayer is recalling certain lots of Tinactin liquid spray because they were manufactured at a facility that previously had benzene contamination. This could pose a health risk if the product is used.
The product was made at a facility that previously had benzene contamination. Benzene is a known carcinogen, but the risk from this recall is low because the contamination was detected early and the product is not intended for long-term use.
People who own or use the recalled Tinactin liquid spray with specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Those with sensitive skin or using the product for extended periods may be at slightly higher risk.
Check the can for lot numbers starting with TN0060 (expiring 7/31/2022 or later) or CV01 (expiring 10/31/2021 or later). The product is labeled as (a) Product of Finland 20006101, (b) Product of Ireland 87022897, or (c) Product of Ireland 87022897.
Look for lot numbers on the can, such as TN0060U, TN0060V, TN0060W, or CV016TH, CV016TJ, etc.
Reach out to Bayer Healthcare LLC at 1-800-222-2222 for specific lot numbers and instructions.
The product was manufactured at a facility with past benzene contamination, but the risk is low because the product is not intended for long-term use and the contamination was detected early.
Check the can for lot numbers starting with TN0060 (expiring 7/31/2022 or later) or CV01 (expiring 10/31/2021 or later).
Contact Bayer Healthcare LLC at 1-800-222-2222 for specific instructions on how to handle the product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bayer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0243-2022 — Bayer Bayer Hello, I own a Bayer that is covered by recall D-0243-2022 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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