Multipurpose Wipes

Category :

Medical equipment / Health equipment

Product Name :

Akwaton Multipurpose Wipes

Product Code :

-

Category :

Manufacturer

Supplier Name :

Akwaton

Status :

Voluntary product recall

Product type :

Foreign country

Remark/Danger :

These disinfectant wipes are labelled to contain polyhexamethylene guanidine hydrochloride (PHMG) at a concentration of 0.05% (500 ppm). This ingredient is used as a biocidal disinfectant, but it is not approved for use in Canada. It can cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction, especially in vulnerable populations such as children. Health Canada is advising Canadians to stop using Akwaton International Multipurpose Wipes.

Product Location :

Canada

Dangers found :

These disinfectant wipes are labelled to contain polyhexamethylene guanidine hydrochloride (PHMG) at a concentration of 0.05% (500 ppm). This ingredient is used as a biocidal disinfectant, but it is not approved for use in Canada. It can cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction, especially in vulnerable populations such as children. Health Canada is advising Canadians to stop using Akwaton International Multipurpose Wipes.