Hand Sanitizers to Avoid

[OtherSideOfTheTracks]

I just read this from the FDA -advises not to use hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem due to potential presence of Methanol which can be toxic absorbed through the skin. Check your hand sanitizer for the manufacturer but here are some brands to avoid:

All-Clean Hand Sanitizer
Esk Biochem Hand Sanitizer
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitier
Lavar 70 Gel
The Good Gel Antibacterial Gel
Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer

Have a good day!



OSOTT

[Kat]

Thank you for sharing this

[Gem Lover]

@OtherSideOfTheTracks TheTracks was that All clean or Real Clean, I purchased multiple of Real clean from here. Thank you.

[JewelryQueen]

.
While were are on the subject of hand sanitizers, also be sure to check the alcohol content. The CDC recommends at least 65%. For example Walmart sells Art Naturals brand that is only $4 a bottle but it is also only 62%. Better than nothing but I would prefer a more "potent" product.

[CJM]

The company is eskbiocam (sp?). Makes a bunch of sanitizers. Can I say this? Made south of the border. Just read the article too. There are so many new products on the market that sprung up overnight because of the virus.

[OtherSideOfTheTracks]

@OtherSideOfTheTracks TheTracks was that All clean or Real Clean, I purchased multiple of Real clean from here. Thank you.

For Pete's sake. I've replied to you Gem Lover. I don't get it. I'll try again. I'll just copy/paste the FDA's announcement.

[6/19/2020] FDA advises consumers not to use any hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem SA de CV in Mexico, due to the potential presence of methanol (wood alcohol), a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or ingested. FDA has identified the following products manufactured by Eskbiochem:

All-Clean Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-002-01)
Esk Biochem Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-007-01)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-008-04)
Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-006-01)
The Good Gel Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-010-10)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-005-03)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-009-01)
CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-003-01)
Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-001-01)
FDA tested samples of Lavar Gel and CleanCare No Germ. Lavar Gel contains 81 percent (v/v) methanol and no ethyl alcohol, and CleanCare No Germ contains 28 percent (v/v) methanol. Methanol is not an acceptable ingredient for hand sanitizers and should not be used due to its toxic effects.

Consumers who have been exposed to hand sanitizer containing methanol should seek immediate treatment, which is critical for potential reversal of toxic effects of methanol poisoning. Substantial methanol exposure can result in nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, permanent damage to the nervous system or death. Although all persons using these products on their hands are at risk, young children who accidentally ingest these products and adolescents and adults who drink these products as an alcohol (ethanol) substitute, are most at risk for methanol poisoning.

On June 17, 2020, FDA contacted Eskbiochem to recommend the company remove its hand sanitizer products from the market due to the risks associated with methanol poisoning. To date, the company has not taken action to remove these potentially dangerous products from the market. Therefore, FDA recommends consumers stop using these hand sanitizers and dispose of them immediately in appropriate hazardous waste containers. Do not flush or pour these products down the drain.

FDA reminds consumers to wash their hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing one’s nose. If soap and water are not readily available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend consumers use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent ethanol.

FDA remains vigilant and will continue to take action when quality issues arise with hand sanitizers. Additionally, the agency is concerned with false and misleading claims for hand sanitizers, for example that they can provide prolonged protection such as 24-hours against viruses including COVID-19, since there is no evidence to support these claims.

[OtherSideOfTheTracks]

Please post my previous post to Gem Lover. This over moderation is over the top. Stop censoring us.

Please post this post too.

One customer's opinion.

OSOTT

[Gem Lover]

@OtherSideOfTheTracks Thank you very much, for some reason your other response did not show up. It is pretty sad that these products were allowed to be sold in our country.

[Parker25]

I got some from ShopLC a while back. The name is Iden. It says it has 70% ethyl alcohol. Will that work? The bottle is really small and it smells like cheap booze. But if it works, I guess I complain too much.

[OtherSideOfTheTracks]

I got some from ShopLC a while back. The name is Iden. It says it has 70% ethyl alcohol. Will that work? The bottle is really small and it smells like cheap booze. But if it works, I guess I complain too much.

Hi @Parker25 ,

Your 70% ethyl alcohol is perfect and should disinfect 99% of germs! You're in good shape!


OSOTT