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Drug recall · FDA · Published May 10, 2019

Ecolab Inc recalls QUIK-CARE Aerosol Foam Hand Sanitizer (62.5% Ethyl Alcohol), packaged in 7 oz cans, Ecolab, 370 Wabasha Street N, St.

Ecolab recalls QUIK-CARE Aerosol Foam Hand Sanitizer (7 oz cans) due to incorrect alcohol ingredient. Stop using if you have this product to avoid potential health risks.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-1393-2019DrugEcolab ›
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Recalling firmEcolab Inc1 Ecolab Pl, N/A · Saint Paul, MN 55102-2739
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What happened, in plain English

Ecolab is recalling QUIK-CARE Aerosol Foam Hand Sanitizer (7 oz cans) because it was made with the wrong alcohol raw material. This could pose health risks if used as intended. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/38824-ecolab-quik-care-hand-sanitizer-recall-wrong-alcohol-ingredient-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/38824-ecolab-quik-care-hand-sanitizer-recall-wrong-alcohol-ingredient-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1393-2019

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“Ecolab QUIK-CARE Hand Sanitizer Recall: Wrong Alcohol Ingredient Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/38824-ecolab-quik-care-hand-sanitizer-recall-wrong-alcohol-ingredient-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-1393-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1393-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The hand sanitizer was made using the wrong alcohol raw material, which could lead to health issues if used as intended. This incorrect ingredient might cause adverse reactions in some users.

Who’s affected

Anyone who owns or uses the recalled QUIK-CARE Aerosol Foam Hand Sanitizer (7 oz cans) from Ecolab. People with sensitive skin or those using the product for extended periods may be at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'QUIK-CARE Aerosol Foam Hand Sanitizer' in 7 oz cans with Ecolab branding. The lot number starts with 'C040591' and expires 4/21.

  • Brand
    Ecolab
  • Category
    Drug
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Stop Using It Now

    Immediately stop using the recalled hand sanitizer as it contains an incorrect alcohol ingredient that could cause health issues.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The official recall notice states the product was made with the wrong alcohol raw material, so it is not safe to use as intended.

How can I check if I have the recalled product?

Look for the product name 'QUIK-CARE Aerosol Foam Hand Sanitizer' in 7 oz cans with Ecolab branding. The lot number starts with 'C040591' and expires 4/21.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so you should stop using it immediately to avoid potential health risks.

Take action

Contact Ecolab

We’ve drafted a message you can send Ecolab to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall D-1393-2019 — Ecolab Ecolab

Hello,

I own a Ecolab that is covered by recall D-1393-2019 from Ecolab.

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-1393-2019 (May 10, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1393-2019 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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