The last thing you want to hear in a pandemic is that the hand sanitizer you bought may be on a recall list. Health Canada is advising that certain sanitizers are being recalled because they contain ethanol or denaturants that are not acceptable for use in hand sanitizers. These additives have not been approved for use in hand sanitizers in Canada. Possible adverse reactions could include dermatitis, such as skin irritation and cracking; eye irritation; upper respiratory system irritation; and headaches.
Health Canada will update the list if it becomes aware of other affected products. Canadians are encouraged to consult the list regularly for updates.
If you have any of the products, you should stop using them and follow municipal or regional guidelines on how to dispose of chemicals and other hazardous waste. You may also return the product to your local pharmacy for proper disposal.