Numb Topical Anesthetic Cream (Scalpa) - child safety issue (2021)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Scalpa Numb Maximum Strength Topical Anesthetic Cream
Brand
Scalpa Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
UPC Codes
857076008689
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Scalpa Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz. is recalling Scalpa Numb Maximum Strength Topical Anesthetic Cream. The hazard is: The product contains the substance lidocaine which must be in child resistant packaging as required . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Scalpa Numb Maxium Strength Topical Anesthestic Cream in a 10 gram black and white tube with a white cap. "SCALPANUMB" and "Maximum Strength Topical Anesthetic Cream" are printed on the label. The expiration date is marked as EXP 202307 on the crimped end of the tube. Batch number 1000000101, Code: C1 and the UPC code 857076008689 are printed on the outside of the box.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The product contains the substance lidocaine which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the product is not child resistant, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Scalpa Numb, store the cream in a safe location out of reach of children and contact Scalpa for a full refund or store credit. Scalpa is directly notifying all known purchasers about the recall.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026