Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- July 7, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- H-E-B, inControl Alcohol
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Unknown
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS
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
- H-E-B, inControl Alcohol
- Product type
- Isopropyl Alcohol Pads
- Model numbers
- 61224080041
- UPC codes
- 37808-809, 37808-809-30, 37808-809-60, 37808-809-09, 6122408004
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
July 7, 2025
Reported by FDA DRUG
September 3, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Subpotent Drug- isopropyl alcohol levels fall below the labeled concentration.
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
Sterile alcohol pads are used to clean and disinfect small wounds or skin areas in medical settings and homes.
Why This Is Dangerous
Subpotent isopropyl alcohol means the antiseptic may not be as effective as labeled, potentially compromising disinfection.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Could affect the effectiveness of wound cleansing and infection prevention in clinical and home settings.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check NDC 37808-809-09 on packaging and 61224080041 model number.
- Verify packaging origin: Packed in China with components from Taiwan.
- Confirm nationwide distribution if you have received shipments.
Where to find product info
FDA recall page D-0603-2025 for enforcement details.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements coordinated via MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP; processing typically 4-6 weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications
- Escalate to MEDLINE supervisor or FDA consumer complaint
- Consider filing a consumer complaint with FDA if unresolved.
How to prevent similar issues
- Always verify NDC and lot numbers before using antiseptics.
- Prefer products with verified potency and shelf-life labels.
- Maintain inventory controls to track recalls.
Documentation advice
Keep recall notice, packaging, purchase receipts, and correspondence for records.
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Product Details
Brand: H-E-B, inControl Alcohol. Product: Sterile Alcohol Pads, CONT. 100 PADS. Model: 61224080041. NDC: 37808-809-09. Packaging: 100 pads per containeR. Packaging location: Packaged in China with components from Taiwan. Sold nationwide.
Reported Incidents
No specific injuries or incidents are described in the recall notice. The hazard is categorized as HIGH.
Key Facts
- Category: Health & Personal Care, Drugs & Medications
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