Walgreens Acne Cleansing Bar (Shandex) – Metal Contaminant (2020)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Walgreens Acne Cleansing Bar, Benzoyl Peroxide 10%, NET WT 4 oz (113 g), 1 bar per carton, Distributed By: Walgreen Co., 200 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC: 0363-0137-11
Brand
Shandex Personal Care Manufacturing Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: L 19173, Exp 06/20/2021
Products Sold
Lot #: L 19173, Exp 06/20/2021
Shandex Personal Care Manufacturing Inc. is recalling Walgreens Acne Cleansing Bar, Benzoyl Peroxide 10%, NET WT 4 oz (113 g), 1 bar per carton, Distribut due to Presence of Foreign Substance; Metal contaminant visible in product (screen wire from manufacturing).. 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
Presence of Foreign Substance; Metal contaminant visible in product (screen wire from manufacturing).
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