Bayer recalls Tinactin (Tolnaftate 1%) Jock Itch Powder Spray due to potential benzene contamination from manufacturing facility issues. Affected lots may pose health risks.
cGMP Deviations: manufactured at the same facility where other lots were found to be contaminated with benzene.
Bayer is recalling Tinactin Jock Itch Powder Spray because it was made at a facility that previously had benzene contamination issues. This could pose health risks if the product is used.
The product was manufactured at a facility that previously had benzene contamination. Benzene is a known carcinogen, but the risk here is low due to the specific manufacturing deviations and the product's intended use.
People who own or use the recalled Tinactin Jock Itch Powder Spray from Bayer Healthcare LLC in Whippany, NJ. Those with sensitive skin or allergies may be at slightly higher risk.
Check for the product name 'Tinactin (Tolnaftate 1%) JOCK ITCH POWDER SPRAY' with the lot numbers TN00086, TN00273, or TN005RW. The expiration dates are 10/31/2022, 12/31/2022, or 5/31/2023.
Look for the lot numbers TN00086, TN00273, or TN005RW on the can.
The product may have been contaminated with benzene during manufacturing, but Bayer has not specified that it poses an immediate health risk. Use with caution.
Check for the lot numbers TN00086, TN00273, or TN005RW on the can. The product was distributed by Bayer Healthcare LLC in Whippany, NJ.
Bayer has not provided a specific remedy for this recall. Check the product details to confirm if it is recalled and contact Bayer for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bayer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0244-2022 — Bayer Bayer Hello, I own a Bayer that is covered by recall D-0244-2022 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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