Contaminated Kleenex-brand Hand Sanitizer Poses Serious Risk for People with Weakened Immune Systems

Kimberly-Clark Professional Corporation is voluntarily recalling Kleenex-brand Luxury Foam Hand Sanitizer due to microbial contamination. Product testing undertaken by the company detected bacteria that may pose serious health risks to people with weakened (compromised) immune systems, especially those with cystic fibrosis. The affected Kleenex Luxury Foam Hand Sanitizer comes in 1 litre and 1.2 litre containers and is used in large-volume dispensers, such as those found in public areas and workspaces. The recall affects approximately 430 containers in total, which were distributed to retail stores and wholesalers across Canada.

Microbial hazard

Companies or individuals who have purchased the affected product for use in their facility should remove it from use. Contact the company, Kimberly-Clark Professional Corporation at 1-888-346-4652 for more information about the recall. Do not use the affected Kleenex-brand Luxury Foam Hand Sanitizer or any sanitizer which you cannot identify from a dispenser. Speak to your healthcare practitioner about any questions or concerns regarding this product. Report any adverse reaction you suspect may be related to this product to Health Canada (see below).