Safety Report: Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray - recalled due to potential Burkholderia cepacia complex contamination, USA

United States

Henkel Corporation (“Henkel”) is voluntarily recalling 180 bottles of its 4.2 ounce Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc), which poses little medical risk to healthy people, but can cause an increased risk for illness or infection in people who have certain health problems, such as weakened immune systems, chronic lung diseases, chronic granulomatous disease, or wound infections. Henkel has received no reports of harm or injury in connection with this product.

Patients with underlying lung disease (especially cystic fibrosis) might be at increased risk for severe infections with Bcc. The potential for product contamination was noted after testing performed by Henkel revealed the presence of Bcc in some 4.2 ounce bottles of Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray.

The Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray included in this recall comes in a 4.2 ounce, purple plastic spray bottle marked with lot # Y401427403 on the bottom, and was distributed nationwide through a distributor. The product was available for sale to the public no earlier than April 12, 2022.

The consumers who have purchased the applicable 4.2 ounce bottles of Alterna Bond Repair Leave-in Heat Protection Spray described above are urged to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Henkel's customer specialists at 1-888-4ALTERNA (1-888- 425-8376). This customer service line is operational Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST, and Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. PST.

If you have experienced any symptoms, or have any medical questions associated with this product, it is important to report it. It can help to prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Company name: Henkel Corp.
Brand name: Alterna
Product recalled: Leave-in heat protection spray
Reason of the recall: Potential to be contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia complex.
FDA Recall date: May 27, 2022

Source: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/henkel-corp-voluntarily-recalls-alternar-bond-repair-leave-heat-protection-spray-due-possible-health