Simex Logistics SA de CV recalls CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Advanced Formula 70% Alcohol Fresh Lemon Scent, 33.81 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Citru Gel Inc.
CitruGel's 70% alcohol hand sanitizer with fresh lemon scent is recalled due to subpotent drug levels. This may not effectively kill germs. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for details.
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What happened, in plain English
CitruGel's 70% alcohol hand sanitizer with fresh lemon scent is being recalled because it contains less effective alcohol levels than intended. This could mean it doesn't kill germs as well as it should, potentially increasing infection risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36652-citrugel-hand-sanitizer-recall-subpotent-alcohol-content-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36652-citrugel-hand-sanitizer-recall-subpotent-alcohol-content-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0161-2021
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“CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Recall: Subpotent Alcohol Content Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36652-citrugel-hand-sanitizer-recall-subpotent-alcohol-content-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0161-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0161-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The hand sanitizer has a subpotent drug level, meaning it contains less effective alcohol than required. This could reduce its ability to kill germs on hands, potentially increasing infection risk. However, it is not a direct health hazard like a fire or serious injury.
Who’s affected
People who purchased this hand sanitizer from CitruGel's website or stores in Henderson, NV. Those using it for regular hand hygiene are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Advanced Formula 70% Alcohol Fresh Lemon Scent', 33.81 fl oz (1L) bottle. Look for the lot number 0-620 and expiration date 06/10/2023 on the label.
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All 5 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.
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CA, GA, NV, TX
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0160-2021 | +Protec Hands Antibacterial Gel Topical Solution Instant Sanitizer Hands 70% Alcohol Antiseptic, packaged in bottles of a) 33.8 Oz (1000mL) Barcode: GOOD-GEL-04062020L; b) 127.8 oz (3780mL) Barcode 0723707893163, Distributed by: PS Promotional Services LLC Allen Street #406 Dallas, Texas 75204 Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V. Salvatierra No. 101 Fraccionamiento El Puente. Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico.; Lot: 0-820, Exp 07/13/2023 | 19340 bottles |
| D-0161-2021 | CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Advanced Formula 70% Alcohol Fresh Lemon Scent, 33.81 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Citru Gel Inc. Henderson, NV 89052 www.citrugel.com NDC: 78247-002-01; Lot: 0-620, Exp 06/10/2023 | 1800 bottles |
| D-0162-2021 | Health & Hand Gel Hand Sanitizer 70% Alcohol Content, 33.8 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Blue Ridge Southern Supply, LLC 1130 Ada St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V. Salvatierra No. 101 Fracc. El Puente C.P. 38040 Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico. smxcontact@simex-logistics.com Barcode: 6 18149 21988 9; Lot: 0-720, Exp 05/16/2023 | 19008 bottles |
| D-0163-2021 | UVT World Gel Hand Sanitizer 70% Alcohol Content, 33.9 FL OZ (1LT), Distributed By UVT World Newport Beach, CA 92660 www.uvt.world Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V. Salvatierra No. 101 Fraccionamiento El Puente Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico Barcode: 7 00306 88677 2; Lot: 0-620, Exp 08/05/2023 | 16308 bottles |
| D-0164-2021 | Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer 70% Alcohol Content, 33.8 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Blue Ridge Southern Supply, LLC. 1130 Aba St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V Salvatierra No. 101 Fraccionamiento El Puente Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico, Barcode: 7 05333 5897; Lot: 0-520, Exp 05/26/2023 | 38016 bottles |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the lot number 0-620 and expiration date 06/10/2023 on the label.
Questions people ask
Is this hand sanitizer safe to use?
The recall states it has subpotent drug levels, meaning it may not kill germs as effectively as intended. However, it is not a direct health hazard like a fire or serious injury.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check for the product name 'CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Advanced Formula 73% Alcohol Fresh Lemon Scent', 33.81 fl oz (1L) bottle with lot number 0-620 and expiration date 06/10/2023.
What should I do if I have this product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact CitruGel at www.citrugel.com for details.
Contact CitruGel
We’ve drafted a message you can send CitruGel to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0161-2021 — CitruGel CitruGel Hello, I own a CitruGel that is covered by recall D-0161-2021 from CitruGel. 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.
- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0161-2021 (November 25, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0161-2021 to see it in context.
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