Acme United Corporation Recalls Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes Due to Manufacturing Deviations
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Acme United Corporation has issued a voluntary recall for several lots of Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes due to deviations from Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) standards.
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What Happened
Acme United Corporation has initiated a voluntary recall of Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes. The recall was prompted by deviations from Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) requirements. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has designated this as a Class II recall, which was officially classified on March 2, 2026.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes containing Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%. The product is packaged in boxes containing 25 wipes and was distributed nationwide across the United States.
Product Details:
- Brand Name: Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes
- NDC Number: 47682-056-73
- Manufacturer: Unifirst First Aid Corporation
- Recalling Firm: Acme United Corporation (Shelton, CT)
Affected Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates:
- Lot #: MN15922, Exp. Date Apr 2027
- Lot #: MN18223, Exp. Date May 2028
- Lot #: MN10123, Exp. Date Mar 2028
- Lot #: MN27223, Exp. Date Aug 2028
- Lot #: MN01023, Exp. Date Dec 2027
What You Should Do
Consumers and businesses in possession of the affected lots should stop using the product immediately. The recall was initiated via notification letters to distributors and customers. For further information regarding returns or specific concerns, consumers may contact Acme United Corporation at their headquarters located at 1 Waterview Dr Ste 200, Shelton, CT 06484.
Why This Matters
Adherence to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) is essential to ensure that drug products are safe for use and meet quality standards. Deviations from these practices can result in products that do not meet their intended specifications for purity or potency.
Source
Information provided by the FDA under Recall Number D-0374-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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