Quala Topical Anesthetic Gel Recall Due to Defective Containers
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Keystone Industries is recalling 150 units of Quala Topical Anesthetic Gel (NDC 43128-034-30) nationwide due to potential incomplete container seals.
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What Happened Keystone Industries initiated a voluntary recall of Quala Dental Products Topical Anesthetic Gel after determining that the product may contain bottles with incomplete seals.
Which Products Are Affected Quala Dental Products, Topical Anesthetic Gel, 20% Benzocaine, Strawberry Flavor, Net Contents: 1 oz (30 g). NDC 43128-034-30. Code BNZ-001921, EXP 04/15/2029. 150 units distributed nationwide in the USA.
What You Should Do The recall is ongoing and was initiated by the firm via letter.
Why This Matters This Class II recall affects 150 units distributed across the United States.
Source FDA recall number D-0601-2026, report date 20260624.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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