HAND SANITIZERS RECALLED DUE TO ETHANOL STRENGTH

Health Canada says some hand sanitizers are being recalled because they contain industrial-grade ethanol. The agency says industrial-grade ethanol contains chemicals that may not be approved for use in hand sanitizers. It warns that frequent use of these products can result in dry skin, causing irritation or cracking. Recalled products include Eltraderm, Gel 700, Sanilabs and Walker Emulsions. Consumers are advised to stop using the products immediately and return them to their local pharmacy for proper disposal.