Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Drug recall · Reported January 31, 2018
Earth's Care Eczema Lotion (2% Colloidal Oatmeal) Skin Protectant with Aloe and Almond Oil, 8 fl. oz. (237 mL) HPDE bottle, Distributed by: Earth's Care Natural Products, Inc. Long Beach, California 90805, NDC 24286-1569-08, UPC 85730700307.
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products.
Dlc Laboratories, Inc recalled Earth's Care Eczema Lotion (2% Colloidal Oatmeal) Skin Protectant with Aloe and Almond Oi… — a moderate-severity action.
Earth's Care Eczema Lotion (2% Colloidal Oatmeal) Skin Protectant with Aloe and Almond Oi… was recalled by Dlc Laboratories, Inc in January 31, 2018. Reason: Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0241-2018 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Dlc Laboratories, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall — Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- January 31, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0241-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Drug action (record #D-0241-2018) was formally reported on January 31, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 28, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Dlc Laboratories, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Paramount, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 4,081 HDPE bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed nationwide.. 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, 4 from FDA Drug — 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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Affected scope
4,081 HDPE bottles
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
Product description
Earth's Care Eczema Lotion (2% Colloidal Oatmeal) Skin Protectant with Aloe and Almond Oil, 8 fl. oz. (237 mL) HPDE bottle, Distributed by: Earth's Care Natural Products, Inc. Long Beach, California 90805, NDC 24286-1569-08, UPC 85730700307.
Reason for recall
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | D-0241-2018 |
| Date reported | January 31, 2018 |
| Date initiated | December 28, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Dlc Laboratories, Inc |
| Firm location | Paramount, CA |
| Affected scope | 4,081 HDPE bottles |
| Distribution | Product was distributed nationwide. |
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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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Earth's Care Eczema Lotion (2% Colloidal Oatmeal) Skin Protectant with Aloe and Almond Oil, 8 fl. oz. (237 mL) HPDE bottle, Distributed by: Earth's Care Natural Products, Inc. Long Beach, California 90805, NDC 24286-1569-08, UPC 85730700307.. Recalled by Dlc Laboratories, Inc. Units affected: 4,081 HDPE bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on January 31, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0241-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Product was distributed nationwide..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (D-0241-2018) 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? ▼
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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Drug, reported January 31, 2018.
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