Born Basic Anti-Bac Hand Sanitizer (Real Clean) – Methanol Risk (2020)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
BORN BASIC., ANTI-BAC HAND SANITIZER, 70% Alcohol, (Ethyl Alcohol 70%), 16.9 FL OZ (500 mL) bottle, UPC 8 40038 21456 3, Made in Mexico; Distributed by Scent Theory Products, LLC, New York, NY 10018.
Brand
Real Clean Distribuciones SA de CV
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots: 1033420, 1133420, 1233420, 2233420, 2333420, 2433420, 2533420
Products Sold
Lots: 1033420, 1133420, 1233420, 2233420, 2333420, 2433420, 2533420
Real Clean Distribuciones SA de CV is recalling BORN BASIC., ANTI-BAC HAND SANITIZER, 70% Alcohol, (Ethyl Alcohol 70%), 16.9 FL OZ (500 mL) bottle, due to Chemical Contamination: Born Basic Anti Bac was found to be below the label claim for ethanol content and contained methanol. Other products were reca. 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
Chemical Contamination: Born Basic Anti Bac was found to be below the label claim for ethanol content and contained methanol. Other products were recalled because they were manufactured in the same facility as the product found to contain methanol.
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