FDA Recalls Baby Powder Over Asbestos Concerns

Dynarex Corp. is recalling 62 cases of Dynacare Baby Powder because it has the potential to be contaminated with asbestos. 

The product was sent to distributors on or after March 11, 2024, by direct delivery in the following states: AL, AR, CO, IL, KY, NC, NJ, PA, TN, FL, WA, and WI and sold online on Amazon (Amazon.com).

The 4875 Baby Powder is packaged in 14 oz. plastic bottles, 24 bottles to a case, identified as batch/lot number B051, with an expiration date of 2026/12/28 (located on the bottom of the bottle).

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the FDA, which revealed that the finished products contained asbestos. Dynarex has ceased distribution of the product while an investigation is taking place to determine the cause of the talc contamination.

There have been no illnesses or adverse events reported to date.

If you have the product in your warehouse, or for consumers, in your home, discard the baby powder and contact the store of purchase or Dynarex Corp. at 888-396-2739 or 845-365-8200 between 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EDT, or via email at [email protected].

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral often found near talc, an ingredient in many cosmetic products. Asbestos is a known carcinogen and its health risks are well-documented. During talc mining, if talc mining sites are not selected carefully or steps taken to purify the talc ore sufficiently, the talc may be contaminated with asbestos.

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