Old Spice Stronger Swagger Dry Spray (P&G) – benzene contamination (2021)
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
Old Spice, SWEAT DEFENSE, STRONGER SWAGGER, Dry Spray, 48 Hour, (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%), Anti-Perspirant, Topical Spray Can, Net WT 3.8 oz (107 g), Distr. by: Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45202. NDC 69423-386-10, UPC 0 37000 73034 7 OR UPC 0 12044 04475 9 (12 Pack, older label)
Brand
The Procter & Gamble Company
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
All lots with expiry through September 2023
Products Sold
All lots with expiry through September 2023,
The Procter & Gamble Company is recalling Old Spice, SWEAT DEFENSE, STRONGER SWAGGER, Dry Spray, 48 Hour, (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 23.5%), Anti due to CGMP Deviation; manufactured at the same facility where other lots were found to be contaminated with benzene. 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
CGMP Deviation; manufactured at the same facility where other lots were found to be contaminated with benzene
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