Odor-Eaters Spray Powder, Tolnaftate 1% Antifungal, packaged in a) 4 oz. aerosol cans (UPC 0 41388 0041 2, NDC 10157-4645-1) and b) 5.3 oz. aerosol cans (UPC 0 41388 00411 2, NDC 10157-4645-2) Blistex P.O. Box 5392, Oak Brook, IL 60522-5392.

Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

Recall #: D-0159-2024
Affected scope: 243,386 cases (7 6-pack cases; 36 12-pack cases; 2,678,430 cans total)
Initiated: November 17, 2021

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Blistex Inc recalled Odor-Eaters Spray Powder, Tolnaftate 1% Antifungal, packaged in a) 4 oz. aerosol cans (UP… - a critical-severity action.

Odor-Eaters Spray Powder, Tolnaftate 1% Antifungal, packaged in a) 4 oz. aerosol cans (UP… was recalled by Blistex Inc in December 27, 2023. Reason: Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0159-2024 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Blistex Inc issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene.

Critical
severity level: Class I
classification: December 27, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0159-2024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

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Product description

Reason for recall

Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Critical (Class I)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	D-0159-2024
Date reported	December 27, 2023
Date initiated	November 17, 2021
Recalling firm	Blistex Inc
Firm location	Oak Brook, IL
Affected scope	243,386 cases (7 6-pack cases; 36 12-pack cases; 2,678,430 cans total)
Distribution	Nationwide with the USA, Canada and Korea

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Odor-Eaters Spray Powder, Tolnaftate 1% Antifungal, packaged in a) 4 oz. aerosol cans (UPC 0 41388 0041 2, NDC 10157-4645-1) and b) 5.3 oz. aerosol cans (UPC 0 41388 00411 2, NDC 10157-4645-2) Blistex P.O. Box 5392, Oak Brook, IL 60522-5392.. Recalled by Blistex Inc. Units affected: 243,386 cases (7 6-pack cases; 36 12-pack cases; 2,678,430 cans total).

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on December 27, 2023. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0159-2024.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Nationwide with the USA, Canada and Korea.

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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