Acme United Corporation Recalls BZK Antiseptic Towelettes Due to Manufacturing Deviations

What Happened

Acme United Corporation, based in Shelton, CT, has initiated a voluntary recall of several brands of BZK Antiseptic Towelettes (Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%). The recall was prompted by Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall, which was officially reported on March 11, 2026.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects 5”x7” towelettes sold in 1,000-count bulk quantities. The products were distributed nationwide within the United States. Affected brands and lot numbers include:

• Piedmont Sanitizing Hand Wipes (NDC 0924-7130-00): Lots MN22222, MN05523, MN32023, MN15523.
• Touchpoint BZK Antiseptic Towelettes (NDC 0924-7130-00): Lots MN11422B, MN11422, MN03823, MN09223, MN32123, MN20323, MN30822, MN304024, MN13023, MN12222, MN16023, MN27423.
• Wellstar Cobb Hand Wipes (NDC 0924-7130-00): Lots MN304024, MN13023, MN12222, MN16023, MN27423.
• FSR Sanitizing Hand Wipes (NDC 0924-7130-00): Lots MN04423, MN10022, MN30722, MN03523, MN09323, MN20223, MN32223.
• Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Hand Wipes (NDC 0924-713-00): Lots MN12122, MN27523, MN30922.

What You Should Do

Consumers and commercial users should immediately stop using the affected lots of antiseptic towelettes. Acme United Corporation initiated the recall via notification letters to its distributors and customers. For information regarding returns or additional questions, contact Acme United Corporation at 1 Waterview Dr Ste 200, Shelton, CT 06484.

Why This Matters

This recall is significant because the products were manufactured under conditions that deviated from established safety and quality standards (CGMP). A Class II recall indicates that the use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Source

Information provided by the FDA. Recall Number: D-0362-2026.