Moderate riskFDA DrugClass II

DHP Topical Anesthetic Gel (Benzocaine 20%) recalled for defective container seals

DHP Topical Anesthetic Gel (Benzocaine 20%, Strawberry Flavor) may contain bottles with incomplete seals that could compromise the integrity of the product. About 150 units with lot number BNZ-001921 and expiration date April 15, 2029 were distributed nationwide.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗

What to do

  1. Check your bottle for proper seal integrity before use.
  2. Do not use the product if the seal appears incomplete or damaged.
  3. Contact Dental Health Products, Inc. at 2614 North Sugar Bush Road, New Franken, WI 54229 for instructions on how to return or dispose of affected units.

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
DHP Topical Anesthetic Gel, Benzocaine 20%, Strawberry Flavor, 1 oz. (30 g), Manufactured for and Distributed by Dental Health Products, Inc, 2614 North Sugar Bush Road, New Franken, WI 54229. NDC 69634-020-30
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
All ages (0 months and older)

This recall covers 7 products — see all of them.

Details

Units affected
150 units
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
480 S Democrat Rd, Gibbstown, NJ, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
D-0602-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
DHP Topical Anesthetic Gel, Benzocaine 20%, Strawberry Flavor, 1 oz. (30 g), Manufactured for and Distributed by Dental Health Products, Inc, 2614 North Sugar Bush Road, New Franken, WI 54229. NDC 69634-020-30 Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals BNZ-001921, EXP 04/15/2029 Distribution: Nationwide in the USA Affected quantity: 150 units
Hazard
Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals

7 products in this recall

Pearson, Quala and more benzocaine gels recalled for incomplete seals

Keystone Industries is recalling 7 topical anesthetic gels containing 20% benzocaine, sold as Pearson Quality, Quala, DHP, Burkhart, Dental City, PureLife, and safco SensiCaine-Ultra. The recall is due to a container defect: some bottles may have incomplete seals. No injuries have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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