FDA Recalls Aruba Aloe Hand Sanitizer and Gels Containing Methanol

The recalled products, identified to contain toxic methanol, pose serious health risks including blindness and death.

Aruba Aloe Balm voluntarily recalled 40 batches of hand sanitizer and aloe gel products due to methanol contamination.
Methanol, a toxic substance not approved for hand sanitizers, can cause severe health issues such as coma, seizures, and permanent blindness.
The FDA advises consumers to immediately stop using the recalled products and dispose of them.
Affected lots were distributed in the U.S. from May 1, 2021, to October 27, 2023, and are listed on the FDA website.
Consumers who purchased the products have been notified by email and offered a discount for future purchases.