Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 20, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- AI Risk Assessment
- MEDIUM
- Brands
- Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes, Unifirst First Aid Corporation
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes, Unifirst First Aid Corporation
- Product type
- Antiseptic Wipes
- Model numbers
- MN15922, MN18223, MN10123, MN27223, MN01023
- UPC codes
- 47682-056, 47682-056-99, 47682-056-73, 47682-056-33
- Sizes
- 25 wipes per box
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 20, 2026
Reported by FDA DRUG
March 11, 2026
RecallRadar source check
March 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
CGMP Deviations
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact ACME UNITED CORPORATION or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes are used for cleaning minor wounds and skin disinfection in clinical and household settings.
Why This Is Dangerous
CGMP deviations indicate manufacturing process controls may not meet quality standards, potentially affecting product safety or efficacy.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers may discontinue use and seek replacements; the recall could impact distribution of antiseptic wipes across healthcare facilities and households.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check packaging for the brand name Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes and NDC 47682-056-73.
- Look for Lot MN15922, MN18223, MN10123, MN27223, or MN01023 on the box or inner packaging.
- Verify Expiration Dates: Apr 2027, May 2028, Mar 2028, Aug 2028, Dec 2027.
Where to find product info
FDA recall page and ACME United Corporation recall communications.
What timeline to expect
4-8 weeks for refund or replacement processing once initiated.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a consumer complaint with the FDA if the manufacturer is unresponsive.
- Keep copies of all communications and the original packaging.
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify CGMP compliance for clinical supplies before purchase.
- Check for recall notices on manufacturer and FDA sites before using antiseptic wipes.
- Prefer products with clear lot and expiration labeling.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall letter, packaging, receipts, and any correspondence with ACME United Corporation.
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Product Details
Brand: Green Guard Antiseptic Wipes NDC: 47682-056-73 Active ingredients: Benzalkonium chloride 0.13% Package: 25 wipes per box Distributor: ACME United Corporation Sold nationwide in the United States Lot numbers and expirations: - MN15922 (Exp Apr 2027) - MN18223 (Exp May 2028) - MN10123 (Exp Mar 2028) - MN27223 (Exp Aug 2028) - MN01023 (Exp Dec 2027)
Key Facts
- NDC 47682-056-73 on the affected packaging
- Lot numbers MN15922, MN18223, MN10123, MN27223, MN01023 with respective Exp dates 2027-04, 2028-05,
- Exp 2028-03, Aug 2028, Dec 2027
- Distributed nationwide by ACME United Corporation
- CGMP deviations cited as reason for recall
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