FDA MedWatch - Dynacare Baby Powder by Dynarex

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TOPIC: Dynacare Baby Powder by Dynarex: Recall Expansion - Due to Possible Health Risk

AUDIENCE: Consumer, Patient, Health Professional, Dermatology, Oncology

ISSUE: Dynarex Corporation is expanding the recall initiated on September 19, 2024, to include an additional 373 cases of item number 4875, Dynacare Baby Powder, 14 oz., as well as 647 cases of item number 4874, Dynacare Baby Powder, 4 oz., because they have the potential to be contaminated with asbestos. 

The product was sent to distributors on or after January 18, 2024, by direct delivery in the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI and sold online on Amazon (Amazon.com).

Both the 4875 and 4874 Baby Powder products are packaged in plastic bottles, 24 bottles to a case for the 14 oz. and 48 to a case for the 4 oz., with lot/batch numbers located on the bottom of the bottle and on each case.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the FDA, which revealed that the finished products contained asbestos. Upon further investigation, we have identified additional lots of products that may contain asbestos due to using the same bulk talc material. The company has ceased the distribution of the product as an investigation is proceeding to determine what caused the contamination of the talc.

There have been no illnesses or adverse events reported to date.

For more information about this recall, click on the red button "Read Recall" below.

BACKGROUND: Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is often found near talc, an ingredient in many cosmetic products. Asbestos, however, is a known carcinogen and its health risks are well-documented. 

RECOMMENDATIONS: 

• Consumers who have purchased Dynacare Baby Powder should discontinue use immediately and return it for a full refund.

• Please contact Dynarex Corporation at 888-396-2739 or 845-365-8200 or via email at recall@dynarex.com if you have any questions or need information on how to return the product or receive a full refund.

Health care professionals and consumers are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of these products to the FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program:

• Complete and submit the report online.
• Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178.

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