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Drug recall · FDA · Published July 27, 2020

RESOURCE RECOVERY & TRADING LLC recalls HAND SANITIZER Non-sterile Solution 70% Topical Solution, packaged in 20L (5.28 Gal) plastic containers, Distributed

Resource Recovery & Trading LLC recalls 20L hand sanitizer due to cGMP deviations. All lots affected. Consumers should check UPC 3771060:0013 for affected products.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-1549-2020DrugResource Recovery & Trading LLC ›
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Recalling firmRESOURCE RECOVERY & TRADING LLC4275 Executive Sq Ste 200, N/A · La Jolla, CA 92037-1476
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What happened, in plain English

Resource Recovery & Trading LLC is recalling all 20L hand sanitizer containers due to manufacturing quality control issues. This recall is important because the product may not meet safety standards, potentially affecting product effectiveness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36890-resource-recovery-hand-sanitizer-recall-cgmp-deviations-in-20l-containers.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36890-resource-recovery-hand-sanitizer-recall-cgmp-deviations-in-20l-containers · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1549-2020

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“Resource Recovery Hand Sanitizer Recall: Cgmp Deviations in 20L Containers.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36890-resource-recovery-hand-sanitizer-recall-cgmp-deviations-in-20l-containers. Based on FDA recall #D-1549-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1549-2020%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The hand sanitizer was produced with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) deviations, meaning it may not meet safety and quality standards. This could lead to reduced effectiveness in cleaning hands, especially in situations where proper hand hygiene is critical.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Resource Recovery & Trading LLC's 20L hand sanitizer containers. People using the product for hand hygiene are most at risk if the product is not effective.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for hand sanitizer packaged in 20L (5.28 gal) plastic containers with UPC 37710600013. All lots of this product are affected by the recall.

  • Brand
    Resource Recovery & Trading LLC
  • Product
    HAND SANITIZER Non-sterile Solution 70% Topical Solution, packaged in 20L (5.28 Gal) plastic containers, Distributed
  • Category
    Drug
FDA recall event · 2 products

All 2 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 II
  • Status
    Completed
  • Distribution
    AL, GA
Recall numberProduct, codes & lotsQuantity
D-1548-2020Hand Sanitizer Disinfectant Gel 70% Ethyl Alcohol, packaged in 6.7 FL Oz. (200 mL) bottles, Distributed by: Access USA, Miami, FL 33308, UPC 650240025020; All lots.17,280 bottles
D-1549-2020HAND SANITIZER Non-sterile Solution 70% Topical Solution, packaged in 20L (5.28 Gal) plastic containers, Distributed by: Resource Recovery & Trading LLC 4275 Executive Square, Ste. 200 La Jolla, CA 92037, UPC 37710600013; All lots.115 bottles
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Details

    Look for the UPC code 37710600013 on the container to confirm if it's part of the recall.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The recall is due to cGMP deviations, which may affect product effectiveness. The manufacturer does not state that the product is unsafe, but it may not work as intended.

How can I get a refund or replacement?

The recall record does not mention any refunds, replacements, or remedies for affected products.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so the manufacturer does not provide instructions for what to do with the product.

Take action

Contact Resource Recovery & Trading LLC

We’ve drafted a message you can send Resource Recovery & Trading LLC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall D-1549-2020 — Resource Recovery & Trading LLC HAND SANITIZER Non-sterile Solution 70% Topical Solution, packaged 

Hello,

I own a HAND SANITIZER Non-sterile Solution 70% Topical Solution, packaged in 20L (5.28 Gal) plastic containers, Distributed that is covered by recall D-1549-2020 from Resource Recovery & Trading LLC.

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-1549-2020 (July 27, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1549-2020 to see it in context.
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