DermaRite Industries issues voluntary nationwide recall of several product lines
By HME News Staff
Updated 10:45 AM CDT, Wed August 13, 2025
NORTH BERGEN, N.J. – DermaRite Industries is voluntarily recalling individual lots of products due to microbial contamination identified as Burkholderia cepecia, which can result in serious and life-threatening infections. To date, DermaRite has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall. Affected products are:
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DermaKleen, an OTC antiseptic lotion soap with Vitamin E indicated for handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin.
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DermaSarra, an OTC External analgesic indicated for temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations due to: dry skin, insect bites, detergents, sunburn.
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KleenFoam, an OTC Antimicrobial foam soap with Aloe Vera indicated for handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin after changing diapers, after assisting ill people, or before contact with a person under medical care or treatment.
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PeriGiene, an OTC Antiseptic cleanser indicated for use in the perineal area.
Labels of affected products can be viewed here. The recalled products were distributed nationwide in the United States and in Puerto Rico.DermaRite has notified its distributors and customers by e-mail to immediately examine available inventory and destroy all affected products in accordance with each facility’s process. The recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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