Albek De Mexico S.A. De C.V. recalls Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers (Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz / 237 mL bottle, Distributed By:
Albek De Mexico recalls hand sanitizer products made in Mexico that contain methanol, a dangerous alcohol. Products were found to have lower ethanol content than labeled and may cause serious health risks.
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CGMP Deviations: Next Advanced Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer was found to be below the label claim for ethanol content and contained methanol. Other products were recalled because they were manufactured in the same facility as the product found to contain methanol.
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What happened, in plain English
Albek De Mexico is recalling hand sanitizer products that contain methanol, a toxic substance that can cause serious health issues. These products were made in Mexico and were found to have lower ethanol content than labeled. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36876-albek-de-mexico-recalls-hand-sanitizer-with-methanol-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36876-albek-de-mexico-recalls-hand-sanitizer-with-methanol-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0080-2021
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“Albek De Mexico Recalls Hand Sanitizer with Methanol Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36876-albek-de-mexico-recalls-hand-sanitizer-with-methanol-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0080-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0080-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The hand sanitizer contains methanol, which is toxic and can cause serious health problems. It was found to have lower ethanol content than labeled, making it less effective as a hand sanitizer and potentially dangerous.
Who’s affected
Anyone who owns or uses the recalled hand sanitizer products made in Mexico. People who use these products regularly are at higher risk due to the methanol content.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for the product name 'Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers' with an 8 fl oz / 237 mL bottle. The UPC code 639277928610 or 1931102AL identifies the recalled items.
- Brand
Albek De Mexico- Product
Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers (Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz / 237 mL bottle, Distributed By:- Category
Drug
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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Class II- Status
Ongoing- Distribution
USA Nationwide
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0078-2021 | NuuxSan Instant ANTIBACTERIAL HAND SANITIZER, 70% Ethyl Alcohol (ethyl alcohol 70%), 8 fl oz. 237 mL bottle, Distributed by PCM North America LLC 9543 Bassonnet ST. STE 307, Houston, TX 77036, Made in Mexico, UPC 7 13620 00017 5; all lots | 1,441,548 bottles |
| D-0079-2021 | Modesa INSTANT HAND SANITIZER with Moisturizers and Aloe Vera (ethyl alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz (237 mL) bottle, Distributed by: Midwood brands, LLC 10611 Monroe RD. Mathews, NC 28105 Made in Mexico UPC 3 2251 38042 6; 1931104AL | 2,760 bottles |
| D-0080-2021 | Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers (Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz / 237 mL bottle, Distributed By: Greenbrier International, Inc. 500 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Made in Mexico.UPC 639277928610; 1931102AL | 27,000 bottles |
| D-0081-2021 | Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Vitamin E and Aloe (Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v), 8 fl oz/ 237 mL bottle, Distributed By: Greenbrier International, Inc. 500 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Made in Mexico, UPC 639277928597; 1931101AL | 19,992 bottles |
| D-0082-2021 | NEXT ADVANCED ANTIBACTERIAL HAND SANITIZER (Ethyl Alcohol 70%), 8 FL OZ (236 ML) bottle, Made in Mexico, Distributed by: Genomma Lab USA Inc., Houston, TX 77027. UPC 6 50240 05357 3; Lots ending in 1001,1002, 1003, 1004, 1005. | 4,598,788 bottles |
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Now
Immediately stop using the recalled hand sanitizer products as they contain methanol, which can cause serious health issues.
Questions people ask
Why is this hand sanitizer being recalled?
The hand sanitizer was found to contain methanol, a toxic substance that can cause serious health issues. It also had lower ethanol content than labeled.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check for the product name 'Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers' with an 8 fl oz / 237 mL bottle and UPC codes 639277928610 or 1931102AL.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
Immediately stop using the product and contact the manufacturer for instructions on disposal or return.
Contact Albek De Mexico
We’ve drafted a message you can send Albek De Mexico to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0080-2021 — Albek De Mexico Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers (Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz Hello, I own a Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Aloe & Moisturizers (Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v) 8 fl oz / 237 mL bottle, Distributed By: that is covered by recall D-0080-2021 from Albek De Mexico. 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-0080-2021 (July 30, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0080-2021 to see it in context.
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