Three batches of Banana Boat's Hair and Scalp sunscreen are being recalled after tests detected trace levels of the carcinogen benzene.
"While benzene is not an ingredient in any Banana Boat products, the review showed that unexpected levels of benzene came from the propellant that sprays the product out of the can," it said.Specifically, the recalled products are 6 ounce Banana Boat Hair and Scalp Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 with lot codes 20016AF , 20084BF , and 21139AF .Edgewell Personal Care Company
The products were sold to retailers and online, the company said. All retailers have been notified, and customers who purchased the recalled products can get a full refund from Banana Boat. Visit the Banana Boat website or contact Edgewell Personal Care at 1-888-686-3988 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EDT for more information.
Benzene is a human carcinogen, which means exposure to it can cause cancers including leukemia and blood cancer of the bone marrow, as well as blood disorders.
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