Procter & Gamble is voluntarily recalling several Old Spice and Secret aerosol spray antiperspirants that were sold inThe United States after the presence of benzene was detected in them.
“Benzene is classified as a human carcinogen,” the Recall Notice reads. “Exposure to benzene can occur by inhalation, orally, and through the skin, and it can result in cancers including leukemia and blood cancer of the bone marrow and blood disorders which can be life-threatening.”
“Daily exposure to benzene in the recalled products at the levels detected in our testing would not be expected to cause adverse health consequences,”They added.
They also noted that no adverse events have been reported to date and are taking the precautionary measure to recall.
All affected antiperspirants/hygiene products have an expiration date before September 2023.
Old Spice High Endurance Spray Pure Sport
Old Spice Hardest Working Collection Invisible Spray Stronger Swagger
Old Spice Hardest Work Collection Invisible Spray Pure Sport PLUS
Old Spice Hardest Working Collection Invisible Spray Stronger Swagger
Old Spice Hardest Working Collection Invisible Spray Ultimate Captain
Old Spice Below Deck Powder Spray Unscented
Old Spice Below Deck Powder Spray Freshair
Secret Aerosol Powder Fresh Twin Pack
Secret Aerosol Powder Fresh
Secret Aerosol Powder Fresh
Secret Fresh Collection Invisible Spray Waterlily
Secret Fresh Collection Invisible Spray Lavender
Secret Fresh Collection Invisible Spray Light essentials
Secret Fresh Collection Invisible Spray Rose
Secret Outlast Invisible Spray Completely Clear
Secret Outlast Invisible Spray Protecting Powder
Old Spice Pure Sport 2021 gift set
The products were removed from shelves by all retailers that sell them. FDA states that customers who purchased the products must stop using them and toss them away. They can also get reimbursements.
Customers can find more information on the FDA website at Old Spice WebsiteSecret WebsiteContact us at (888)339-7689
