Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Recall: Methanol Contamination
Goose Creek recalls hand sanitizer due to methanol, benzene, and acetaldehyde contamination. Check your bottle's lot number and UPC immediately.
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Chemical contamination: product found to be contaminated with methanol (wood alcohol), benzene and acetaldehyde.
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What happened, in plain English
Scentsational Soaps & Candles Inc is recalling Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer (Aloe Watermelon Lemonade scent) because the product was found to be contaminated with methanol, benzene, and acetaldehyde. This recall affects approximately 1,296 bottles distributed nationwide in the USA. The record does not specify a remedy or return process for consumers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36178-goose-creek-hand-sanitizer-recall-methanol-contamination.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36178-goose-creek-hand-sanitizer-recall-methanol-contamination · Updated October 10, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0682-2021
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“Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Recall: Methanol Contamination.” GovInfoNow, updated October 10, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36178-goose-creek-hand-sanitizer-recall-methanol-contamination. Based on FDA recall #D-0682-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0682-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The product contains methanol (wood alcohol), benzene, and acetaldehyde, which are hazardous contaminants not intended for use in hand sanitizers. Exposure to these chemicals can cause serious health issues if absorbed through the skin or ingested.
Who’s affected
Consumers across the USA who purchased Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer (Aloe Watermelon Lemonade scent) between unspecified dates. Individuals using this specific hand sanitizer are at risk of exposure to toxic chemicals.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your bottle for the brand name 'Goose Creek' and the scent 'Aloe Watermelon Lemonade'. Verify the volume is 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL). Look for UPC 814630 02423 3 and Lot # 20259 on the packaging.
- Brand
Goose Creek- Product
Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Watermelon Lemonade, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek- Category
Drug
All 19 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class I- Status
Terminated- Distribution
USA Nationwide
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0666-2021 | Ulta beauty Fresh Lemon Citron Frais, 70% Alcohol Hand Sanitizer Spray, Net Wt. 100.55/3.4 fl. oz., UPC 717897092017; Lots #: 20357A, 20358B, 20363C, Exp 12/1/2022 | 12,976 bottles |
| D-0667-2021 | SS Coconut Breeze Scented Sanitizer, Alcohol Antiseptic 70%, Non-sterile Topical Solution, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), a) Black and White Collection; b) Photo Real Collection; Lot #: 20252 | a) 2,952 bottles; b) 2,988 bottles |
| D-0668-2021 | SS Eucalyptus Mint Scented Sanitizer, Alcohol Antiseptic 70%, Non-sterile Topical Solution, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), a) Black and White Collection; b) Photo Real Collection; Lot #: 20248 | a) 4,248 bottles; b) 3,960 bottles |
| D-0669-2021 | SS Lavender & Herbs Scented Sanitizer, Alcohol Antiseptic 70%, Non-sterile Topical Solution, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL) a) Black and White Collection; b) Photo Real Collection; Lots #: a) 20253, b) 20252 | a) 5,112 bottles; b) 4,968 bottles |
| D-0670-2021 | SS Lemon Zest Scented Sanitizer, Alcohol Antiseptic 70%, Non-sterile Topical Solution, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL) a) Black and White Collection; b) Photo Real Collection; Lot #: 20255 | a) 4,680 bottles; b) 4,968 bottles |
| D-0671-2021 | SS Tangerine & Guava Scented Sanitizer, Alcohol Antiseptic 70%, Non-sterile Topical Solution, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL) a) Black and White Collection; b) Photo Real Collection; Lot #: 20254 | a) 4,788 bottles; b) 3,168 bottles |
| D-0672-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Blueberry Limeade, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd. Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 14630 02049 5; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0673-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Limoncello, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL),Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd. Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01333 2; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0674-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Beach Dreams, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandles.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd. Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01336 3; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0675-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Grape Soda, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01328 8; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0676-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Champagne Bubbles, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01334 9; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0677-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Dragonfruit Splash, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01332 5; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0678-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Marshmallows, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01331 8; Lot #: 20258 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0679-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Melon Picnic, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 14630 02424 0; Lot #: 20259 | 1,260 bottles |
| D-0680-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Optimistic Vibes, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 14630 02234 5; Lot #: 20259 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0681-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Red, White & Blue Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 14630 02045 7; Lot #: 20259 | 1,512 bottles |
| D-0682-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Watermelon Lemonade, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 814630 02423 3; Lot #: 20259 | 1,296 bottles |
| D-0683-2021 | Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer aloe Tropical Daydream, Anti-Bacterial Spray, 3.38 FL. OZ. (100 mL), Goose Creek www.GooseCreekCandle.com, 1498 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY 42539, UPC 8 18489 01335 6; Lot #: 20260 | 1,260 bottles |
| D-0684-2021 | Coconut Stand CoCo TKO Hand Sanitizer, Totally Knocks Out 99.9% of Germs, 3.4 FL. OZ. (100.55 mL), Distributed by: Beauty Sparks LLC St. Petersburg, FL 33711; Lot #: 20260 | 500 bottles |
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Cease use of the recalled hand sanitizer due to toxic chemical contamination.
Check Lot Number
Verify if your bottle has Lot # 20259 and UPC 814630 02423 3.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed nationwide.
FDA distribution: “USA Nationwide” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
Distributed nationwide.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 19 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class I
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Contact Goose Creek
We’ve drafted a message you can send Goose Creek to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0682-2021 — Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Recall: Methanol Contamination Hello, I own a Goose Creek Hand Sanitizer Recall: Methanol Contamination that is covered by recall D-0682-2021 from Goose Creek. 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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- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0682-2021 (April 27, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0682-2021 to see it in context.
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