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FDA Drug recall · Reported May 20, 2015

Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Kit with Sunscreen, Rx Only, Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 25, Net Wt. 3 oz (85 g), Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Net Wt. 16 oz (454 g), Manufactured for: BioComp Pharma Inc., San Antonio TX, 78230, NDC 44523-616-23

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product failed USP Microbial Limits Test.

Recall #
D-1065-2015
Affected scope
1,992 Kits
Initiated
April 30, 2015
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Mission Pharmacal Co recalled Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Kit with Sunscreen, Rx Only, Sunscreen Broad… - a moderate-severity action.

Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Kit with Sunscreen, Rx Only, Sunscreen Broad… was recalled by Mission Pharmacal Co in May 20, 2015. Reason: Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product failed USP Microbial Limits Test.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-1065-2015 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Mission Pharmacal Co issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product failed USP Microbial Limits Test..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
May 20, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-1065-2015 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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.

Cosmetics & Personal Care recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 1,371 cosmetics & personal care recalls on record

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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 moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Kit with Sunscreen, Rx Only, Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 25, Net Wt. 3 oz (85 g), Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Net Wt. 16 oz (454 g), Manufactured for: BioComp Pharma Inc., San Antonio TX, 78230, NDC 44523-616-23

Reason for recall

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product failed USP Microbial Limits Test.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-1065-2015
Date reported May 20, 2015
Date initiated April 30, 2015
Recalling firm Mission Pharmacal Co
Firm location Boerne, TX
Affected scope 1,992 Kits
Distribution Nationwide and Puerto Rico

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?
Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Kit with Sunscreen, Rx Only, Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 25, Net Wt. 3 oz (85 g), Sodium Sulfacetamide 9% and Sulfur 4.5% Wash Net Wt. 16 oz (454 g), Manufactured for: BioComp Pharma Inc., San Antonio TX, 78230, NDC 44523-616-23. Recalled by Mission Pharmacal Co. Units affected: 1,992 Kits.
Why was this product recalled?
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product failed USP Microbial Limits Test.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on May 20, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1065-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide and Puerto Rico.
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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