Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Owen Biosciences Inc. HydroPeptide Clear Alliance Serum, 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide recall: Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

Recall published 6 months ago

Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

The hazard: Harmful chemical exposure

A chemical contaminant is behind this recall. The official notice names the substance, and that name is what a clinician or Poison Control will want to hear.

What the notice says: Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

Why it matters: A chemical that should not be present at this level was found in the product. Depending on the substance, the concern may be a burn or irritation on contact, or a long-term risk from repeated exposure.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

For a splash or spill, rinse the skin or eyes with running water for 15 to 20 minutes and remove contaminated clothing. If the product was swallowed, or if there is any trouble breathing, call Poison Control on 1-800-222-1222, which operates free and around the clock — or 911 if the person is collapsing, struggling to breathe or unconscious. Take the container or a photo of the label with you to any appointment.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
D-0453-2026
Published
April 22, 2026
Risk level
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Owen Biosciences Inc.
Product type
Prescription & OTC drugs
Units affected
9,850 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
Lot# 2518800, Exp.: 4/30/2027 Lot# 2518900, Exp.: 4/1/2027

Products covered by this recall

HydroPeptide CLEAR ALLIANCE SERUM, 2.5% BENZOYL PEROXIDE, a)1 FL OZ/30ml; b) 2 FL OZ/60ml spray bottle; DIST BY HYDROPEPTIDE LLC, ISSAQUAH, WA 98027

Check your product

The notice names 6 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

Lot or batch code

Usually ink-stamped near the seam, the cap or the bottom of the pack.

  • 2518800
  • 2518900

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 1 FL OZ
  • 30 ml
  • 2 FL OZ
  • 60 ml

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Drug enforcement notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Chemical

Owen Biosciences Inc. — A chemical contaminant is behind this recall. The official notice names the substance, and that name is what a clinician or Poison Control will want to hear.

  1. Stop using the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. Keep the container — the lot code on it is what a refund claim and any medical follow-up both depend on.
  3. If anyone has symptoms, call Poison Control on 1-800-222-1222 rather than guessing.
  4. Do not pour it down a drain or into a bin without checking local hazardous-waste rules, and never mix it with another cleaner.

Claiming your refund, repair or replacement

The recalling company decides the remedy and funds it. You should never pay for a recall repair or for return shipping.

  • Use the company contact on this page first. Most firms run a dedicated recall page with a claim form that is far quicker than their main support line.
  • No receipt? Say so. Recall refunds are routinely paid without proof of purchase, because the hazard is what triggers the obligation.
  • If you bought it from a retailer rather than the brand, try both. Target, Walmart and Amazon often refund recalled goods from the order history.
  • If the company stops responding, escalate to the CPSC. Firms under a recall order have reporting duties to the agency.

Company contact: Owen Biosciences Inc. — 7053 Revenue Dr, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809-4918

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Owen Biosciences Inc. prescription & otc drugs recalled?

Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: lot code 2518800, 2518900. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Stop using the product and keep it away from children and pets.

Can I get my money back?

Use the company contact on this page first. Most firms run a dedicated recall page with a claim form that is far quicker than their main support line.

Where was the recalled product sold?

It was distributed nationwide.

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