The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use 260 hand sanitizer products as a result of having been deemed potentially unsafe or ineffective due to methanol contamination.

SAN ANTONIO – Hand sanitizer and health and safety precautions were nearly synonymous this year, but that should never be the case when dealing with fireworks. Safety officials have warned that hand sanitizer and fireworks are a dangerous mix. While hand sanitizer has become the go-to precaution amid the coronavirus pandemic, it contains alcohol, which is highly flammable. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises keeping a bucket of water or a water hose nearby in case of a mishap. The commission also says young children shouldn’t handle fireworks, including sparklers, as some sparklers are hot enough to burn certain metals.

Hand sanitizer was nearly impossible to find at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic and now it’s everywhere but is it safe? What kind of hand sanitizer should you use? The names of the recalled products are listed in the document below:What should you do if you experience a problem with a hand sanitizer? Anyone experiencing adverse effects or quality problems due to hand sanitizer is asked to report the issue to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program. Previously, officials with the FDA have said they were aware of reports of harmful effects associated with the listed hand sanitizer products including adults and children who ingested products contaminated with methanol that led to blindness, hospitalizations and death.

SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use 203 hand sanitizer products as a result of having been deemed potentially unsafe or ineffective. The FDA says the recalled hand sanitizer products are considered unsafe due to methanol contamination or because they contain “concerningly low levels of ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol, which are active ingredients in hand sanitizer products.”Seven new products were added to the list last week. View the full list below or a detailed list which includes information about the manufacturer and reasoning behind a certain product recall on the FDA website. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that consumers use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent isopropyl or ethyl alcohol. The FDA is advising consumers not to use the recalled products because methanol - used in fuel, solvents and antifreeze - is poisonous to humans and substantial exposure could “result in nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, permanent damage to the nervous system or death.”The investigation by the FDA into the use of methanol in hand sanitizers is ongoing.

SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use 185 hand sanitizer products due to them potentially being unsafe or ineffective. The FDA says the recalled hand sanitizer products are considered unsafe due to methanol contamination or because they contain “concerningly low levels of ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol, which are active ingredients in hand sanitizer products.”The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that consumers use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent isopropyl or ethyl alcohol. FDA officials said they were aware of reports of adverse events associated with the listed hand sanitizer products including adults and children who ingested products contaminated with methanol that led to blindness, hospitalizations and death. New products were added to the list as recently as Tuesday with retail chains like Walmart and Costco having previously issued recalls for unknowingly selling the contaminated products. The investigation by the FDA into the use of methanol in hand sanitizers is ongoing.

SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use 176 hand sanitizer products due to potential methanol contamination. The FDA says the recalled hand sanitizer products are considered unsafe due to methanol contamination or because they contain “concerningly low levels of ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol, which are active ingredients in hand sanitizer products.”The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that consumers use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent isopropyl or ethyl alcohol. FDA officials said they were aware of reports of adverse events associated with the listed hand sanitizer products including adults and children who ingested products contaminated with methanol that led to blindness, hospitalizations and death. New products were added to the list as recently as Tuesday with retail chains like Walmart and Costco having previously issued recalls for unknowingly selling the contaminated products. The investigation by the FDA into the use of methanol in hand sanitizers is ongoing.

SAN ANTONIO The list of recalled hand sanitizer products that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use due to potential methanol contamination has grown to nearly 150. The investigation by the FDA into the use of methanol in hand sanitizers is ongoing. The list of recalled products, including details about the manufacturers, can be found on the FDA website. It is still recommended to wash your hands often for at least 20 seconds and especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose. Related articles:

SAN ANTONIO The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its list of hand sanitizer products that have been found to potentially be contaminated with methanol. One of the listed products, Keep It Clean hand sanitizer, was widely distributed by Walmart. The investigation by the FDA into the use of methanol in hand sanitizers is ongoing. Related articles:Is your hand sanitizer hiding something toxic? Titos Vodka giving out 20,000 bottles of hand sanitizer on ThursdayVeterans turn their TX whiskey distillery into hand sanitizer operation, donate thousands of gallons

SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has updated its list of hand sanitizer products that have been found to be contaminated with methanol. An investigation by the FDA into the use of methanol in hand sanitizers is ongoing. An NBC report stated that some of the hand sanitizers on the list were sold at Walmart, Costco and other national chains. Related articles:Is your hand sanitizer hiding something toxic? Tito’s Vodka giving out 20,000 bottles of hand sanitizer on ThursdayVeterans turn their TX whiskey distillery into hand sanitizer operation, donate thousands of gallons

SAN ANTONIO Hand sanitizer is a hot commodity right now, more and more companies are making it, and not all of them are safe, thats according to Raeka Panda, found of and CEO of Raeka Beauty. She says with the need, the FDA has become a little more relaxed on what goes into hand sanitizer. Another thing you dont want in your hand sanitizer is silver ions. Raeka beauty has created a hand sanitizer that excludes both methanol and silver ions and worked to make it safe. If you want to get your hands on their hand sanitizer check out the Raeka Beauty website.

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SAN ANTONIO – In this instance, hand sanitizer is not the way to go. Safety officials are reminding people ahead of Fourth of July celebrations that hand sanitizer and fireworks are a dangerous mix. While hand sanitizer has become the go-to precaution amid the coronavirus pandemic, it contains alcohol, which is highly flammable. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises keeping a bucket of water or a water hose nearby in case of a mishap. The commission also says young children shouldn’t handle fireworks, including sparklers, as some sparklers are hot enough to burn certain metals.

SAN ANTONIO – Even as hand sanitizer is in huge demand, the FDA issued a warning to not use any of several hand sanitizers made by Eskbiochem SA de CV, a company in Mexico, because they may be toxic. The products “can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or ingested,” the FDA stated.. Hospitals in San Antonio implement no visitor policy amid spike in COVID-19 casesWhen buying hand sanitizer, the FDA recommends alcohol-based products with at least 60% alcohol. While proper hand sanitizer is effective and convenient, health authorities say the best hygiene for cleaning hands is to wash them thoroughly for at least 20 seconds with soap and water. Following is a list of the hand sanitizers the FDA is warning not to use:

SAN ANTONIO – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to use certain hand sanitizer products due to the potential presence of methanol. Veterans turn their TX whiskey distillery into hand sanitizer operation, donate thousands of gallonsThe list of products that may contain methanol are:All-Clean Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-002-01)Esk Biochem Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-007-01)CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-008-04)Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-006-01)The Good Gel Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-010-10)CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-005-03)CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-009-01)CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-003-01)Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-001-01)A press release from the FDA states that officials contacted Eskbiochem on Wednesday and recommended the company remove its hand sanitizer products from market shelves due the risk of methanol poisoning. “Consumers who have been exposed to hand sanitizer containing methanol should seek immediate treatment, which is critical for potential reversal of toxic effects of methanol poisoning. Local leaders warn Texas is heading down a dangerous path as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations surge in big citiesFDA officials said they were not aware of any reports of “adverse events” associated with the listed hand sanitizer products. The recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends consumers use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent ethanol.

SAN ANTONIO – Local scientists are taking matters into their own hands to protect the hands of workers in their medical system. Two labs at UT Health San Antonio are now dedicated to solely making hand sanitizer for the UT Health providers. The sanitizer meets all World Health Organization guidelines, using high-purity alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, glycerol and water. The sanitizer is specifically for frontline workers and is being distributed to UT Health SA offices across the area.

SAN ANTONIO – No hand sanitizer? Adeina Anderson, of Creative Lifestyles with Adeina , shares how to make a simple hand sanitizer recipe in the comfort and safety of your own home. *According to the CDC , alcohol-based hand sanitizers can quickly reduce the number of microbes on hands in some situations, but sanitizers do not eliminate all types of germs. Ingredients:• Isopropyl alcohol (It is best to use a bottle of 99% isopropyl alcohol)• Aloe veraDirections:Fill up plastic container with three-quarters 99% isopropyl alcohol, one-quarter aloe vera. WARNING: Experts note that if you don’t mix the right amounts of alcohol to aloe vera, you could damage your skin.