FDAClass IIMarch 26, 2025

Walgreens Maximum Strength Tinted Acne Treatment Cream recall: Contamination

Walgreens Maximum Strength Tinted Acne Treatment Cream 10% Benzoyl Peroxide/Acne Medication, 0.65 oz (18.4g) tube in a carton; Distributed by: Walgreen CO., 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015

Why was Walgreens Maximum Strength Tinted Acne Treatment Cream recalled?

Chemical contamination: presence of benzene

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot #: 4970743B, 4970743C Exp 3/31/2026, 9722793A, Exp 9/30/2026; 8363513A, Exp 12/3/2026; 2822284A, Exp 8/31/2027; 2143554A, Exp 12/31/2027.

Product
Walgreens Maximum Strength Tinted Acne Treatment Cream 10% Benzoyl Peroxide/Acne Medication, 0.65 oz (18.4g) tube in a carton; Distributed by: Walgreen CO., 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015
Recalling firm
Fruit Of The Earth, Inc.
Quantity
100,970 tubes
Distribution
USA Nationwide
Recall date
March 26, 2025
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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