Acme United Corporation Recalls First Aid Only Hand Sanitizing Wipes Due to Manufacturing Deviations

What Happened

Acme United Corporation has initiated a voluntary Class II recall of its First Aid Only Hand Sanitizing Wipes. The recall was triggered by Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations identified by the manufacturer. The recall process was officially initiated on January 20, 2026.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves First Aid Only Hand Sanitizing Wipes containing Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%. The products are packaged 1,000 per case and were distributed nationwide across the United States.

Specific identification details include:

• Product Name: First Aid Only Hand Sanitizing Wipe
• NDC Number: 0924-0301-00
• Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates:
  • Lot #: MN24922, Exp. Date Aug 2027
  • Lot #: MN31122, Exp. Date Oct 2027
• Recall Number: D-0373-2026

What You Should Do

Consumers and businesses in possession of the affected lots should stop using the product immediately. The firm initiated the notification process via letter. For information regarding returns or disposal of the affected wipes, consumers may contact Acme United Corporation at their headquarters located at 1 Waterview Dr Ste 200, Shelton, CT 06484.

Why This Matters

CGMP deviations indicate that the manufacturing process did not meet the required standards to ensure the product’s quality, safety, and efficacy. Such deviations can potentially lead to products that are contaminated or do not contain the specified levels of active ingredients.

Source

Information provided by the FDA.