ACME UNITED CORPORATION Recalls Max Packaging Antibacterial Towelettes Due to CGMP Deviations

What Happened

ACME UNITED CORPORATION, based in Shelton, CT, has initiated a voluntary recall of its Max Packaging Antibacterial Towelettes. The recall was triggered by deviations from Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) standards. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified this as a Class II recall on March 2, 2026, indicating that the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves Max Packaging Antibacterial Towelettes (Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%), which are individual 4x7 towelettes. The products were distributed nationwide within the United States.

Product Details:

• Brand: Max Packaging
• NDC: 59647-750-01
• Recall Number: D-0363-2026

Affected Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates:

• Lot #: MN24523, Exp. Date: July 2028
• Lot #: MN27123, Exp. Date: Aug 2028
• Lot #: MN28223, Exp. Date: Sep 2028

What You Should Do

Consumers and distributors who have the affected lots of Max Packaging Antibacterial Towelettes should stop using the product immediately. ACME UNITED CORPORATION initiated the recall via notification letters. For further instructions regarding returns or disposal, parties may contact the firm at 1 Waterview Dr Ste 200, Shelton, CT 06484-4368.

Why This Matters

CGMP deviations indicate that the product was not manufactured under the strict quality control standards required by the FDA. This can lead to concerns regarding the product’s safety, identity, strength, or purity.

Source

Information provided by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).