Coronavirus Ireland: hand sanitizer brand REMEMBERED due to ‘potential public health concerns’



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A specific brand of hand sanitizer has been recalled due to “potential public health concerns.”

The Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine has issued a warning on Virapro hand sanitizer (PCS 100409) after tests showing that some of the sanitizers for sale do not comply with government regulations.

Removed from the Biocidal Products Register, confirms a statement

Part of the product contains methanol instead of ethanol.

Prolonged use of this disinfectant can cause dermatitis, eye irritation, upper respiratory system irritation, and headaches.

The statement went on to say, “This product may not remain on the market or be unavailable for use. The Department has directed the company involved to initiate an immediate recall of all products.

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“Members of the public are advised to stop using this disinfectant with immediate effect. A Department investigation into this matter is ongoing.”



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