Clean & Clear Wash (Johnson & Johnson) - salicylic acid (2012)
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Clean & Clear advantage, 3-in-1 foaming wash 8 FL. OZ. (240 mL) bottle, OTC, Distributed in the US by: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies Inc. Skillman, NJ 08558-9418 NDC 58232-0326-8
Brand
Johnson & Johnson
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
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Products Sold
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Johnson & Johnson is recalling Clean & Clear advantage, 3-in-1 foaming wash 8 FL. OZ. (240 mL) bottle, OTC, Distributed in the US due to Superpotent (Single Ingredient Drug): salicylic acid. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Superpotent (Single Ingredient Drug): salicylic acid
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026