Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IIOngoing
FDA Drug recall · Reported January 25, 2023
Hand Sanitizer, HSANI500ML, (Isopropyl Alcohol), 75% v/v, packaged in a) 500 mL bottle and b) 6 x 500 mL bottles per case, Thermo Fisher Scientific: Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel - Belgium, 1 Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410.
CGMP Deviations: Voluntary recall of all hand sanitizer distributed after March 31, 2022, due to FDA issued guidance to cease placing hand sanitizer product, produced under tempor…
Fisher Scientific Co., LLC recalled Hand Sanitizer, HSANI500ML, (Isopropyl Alcohol), 75% v/v, packaged in a) 500 mL bottle an… — a moderate-severity action.
Hand Sanitizer, HSANI500ML, (Isopropyl Alcohol), 75% v/v, packaged in a) 500 mL bottle an… was recalled by Fisher Scientific Co., LLC in January 25, 2023. Reason: CGMP Deviations: Voluntary recall of all hand sanitizer distributed after March 31, 2022, due to FDA issued g…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0163-2023 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Fisher Scientific Co., LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall — CGMP Deviations: Voluntary recall of all hand sanitizer distributed after March 31, 2022, due to FDA issued g….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- January 25, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0163-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Drug action (record #D-0163-2023) was formally reported on January 25, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 17, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Fisher Scientific Co., LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Fair Lawn, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as a) 1077 bottles, b) 52 cases.
The documented reason for this recall is: CGMP Deviations: Voluntary recall of all hand sanitizer distributed after March 31, 2022, due to FDA issued guidance to cease placing hand sanitizer product, produced under temporary approval, into the market after Marc… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in the USA. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in the database
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Affected scope
a) 1077 bottles, b) 52 cases
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Hand Sanitizer, HSANI500ML, (Isopropyl Alcohol), 75% v/v, packaged in a) 500 mL bottle and b) 6 x 500 mL bottles per case, Thermo Fisher Scientific: Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel - Belgium, 1 Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410.
Reason for recall
CGMP Deviations: Voluntary recall of all hand sanitizer distributed after March 31, 2022, due to FDA issued guidance to cease placing hand sanitizer product, produced under temporary approval, into the market after March 31, 2022.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | D-0163-2023 |
| Date reported | January 25, 2023 |
| Date initiated | January 17, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Fisher Scientific Co., LLC |
| Firm location | Fair Lawn, NJ |
| Affected scope | a) 1077 bottles, b) 52 cases |
| Distribution | Nationwide in the USA |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Hand Sanitizer, HSANI500ML, (Isopropyl Alcohol), 75% v/v, packaged in a) 500 mL bottle and b) 6 x 500 mL bottles per case, Thermo Fisher Scientific: Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel - Belgium, 1 Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410.. Recalled by Fisher Scientific Co., LLC. Units affected: a) 1077 bottles, b) 52 cases.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
CGMP Deviations: Voluntary recall of all hand sanitizer distributed after March 31, 2022, due to FDA issued guidance to cease placing hand sanitizer product, produced under temporary approval, into the market after March 31, 2022.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on January 25, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0163-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide in the USA.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (D-0163-2023) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Drug, reported January 25, 2023.
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- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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