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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded a recall of Dynacare Baby Powder due to potential asbestos contamination. The recall, which initially involved 62 cases, now includes 1,020 cases of the product distributed across 35 states, up from 12 states in the initial alert. The affected states include Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.
The recall affects Dynacare Baby Powder products sold on or after January 18, 2024, and includes both 14 ounce and four ounce plastic bottles. The FDA recommends that consumers who have purchased any of the recalled products stop using them and return them for a full refund.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral often found near talc, an ingredient in many cosmetic products. However, asbestos is a known carcinogen, and its health risks are well-documented. The recall was initiated after a routine sampling program by the FDA revealed that the finished products contained asbestos.
According to the FDA, "Upon further investigation, we have identified additional lots of products that may contain asbestos due to using the same bulk talc material."
No illnesses or adverse events have been reported to date in connection with this recall. Consumers with questions or who need information on how to return the product or receive a full refund can contact Dynarex Corporation at 888-396-2739 or 845-365-8200 or via email at recall@dynarex.com.