Patchwork and Pine Inc. Lip Balm and Artisan Soap Recall Due to Prohibited Ingredients
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Patchwork and Pine Inc. is recalling specific lip balm and soap products sold in Canada because they contain Dioxane and Benzyl Cyanide, which are prohibited ingredients.
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This notice was issued by Health Canada on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Health Canada has announced a recall of lip balm and artisan soap manufactured by Patchwork and Pine Inc. after it was determined that the products contain prohibited ingredients as per Health Canada’s Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist.
The affected products contain Dioxane and Benzyl Cyanide. Dioxane is prohibited due to its possible carcinogenic effect, while Benzyl Cyanide is prohibited due to the potential release of cyanide. As of February 10, 2026, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada related to these products.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves two specific products manufactured in Canada by Patchwork and Pine Inc.:
- Balm B’Y Lip Balm - Bubblegum Flavoured Lip Balm: Approximately 60 units sold between June 2023 and January 2026.
- Dildo Brewing Co. and Museum Sea Salt and Fog Artisan Beer Soap: Approximately 240 units sold between June 2023 and November 2024.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lip balm and soap and dispose of the items in their regular household garbage.
To receive a refund or credit, consumers should contact Patchwork and Pine Inc. directly by email at patchworkandpine@gmail.com. Health Canada also reminds consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to these or other cosmetic products by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
Why This Matters
The inclusion of prohibited substances like Dioxane and Benzyl Cyanide in cosmetics is a violation of the Food and Drugs Act, as these chemicals pose serious health risks including potential cancer-causing effects and cyanide exposure.
Source
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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