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Disney-branded hand sanitizer products aimed at children have been recalled because they may contain cancer-causing chemicals.
The products, labeled with iconic Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse and Star Wars' Baby Yoda, were found to contain benzene, which officials consider a carcinogen, and methanol
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall earlier this week, which was voluntary by Best Brands Consumer Products - to which Disney licensed the branding.
The products are no longer on shelves, but parents are being warned to return any bottles they may have at home to a store to receive a refund.
Baby Yoda's (pictured) The Mandalorian Hand Sanitizer brand products were found to be contaminated with the cancer-causing benzene
In a press release, the FDA explains that the recall applies to The Mandalorian Hand Sanitizer and Mickey Mouse Hand Sanitizer products.
The Mickey Mouse disinfectant was found to be contaminated with benzene.
Benzene is a highly flammable liquid that is widely used in the United States and has caused the recall of other products such as makeup due to contamination.
It is used in the production of pesticides, detergents and other goods, although it is heavily regulated.
Constant exposure to high concentrations of benzene over time can increase a person's risk of developing leukemia along with other cancers.
Exposure can also cause some problems in the nervous system. Physical contact can also damage a person's skin and eyes.
The Mandalorian sanitizer recall, which comes in a box with the likeness of Baby Yoda, a popular character from the Star Wars series, applies to both the blue and green versions of the sanitizer.
Methanol was found to contaminate the products.
Methanol does not have carcinogenic properties, but exposure to the chemical can cause a person to go blind or suffer other serious vision damage.
Mickey Mouse brand hand sanitizers have been found to contain methanol, which can cause severe damage to the nervous system after contact
The chemical also damages other parts of the nervous system, causing headaches, nausea and vomiting.
Both products were launched in 2020 and have been off the shelves since the sales ended last year anyway.
However, many families may still have bottles in their home and may still be using these harmful hand sanitizers.
To date, no adverse reactions associated with these hand sanitizers have been reported to the FDA.
However, carcinogens can take years to truly show their effects on a person.
Best Brands reports that it received the product from a third-party shipper before it was packaged for sale.