A hand sanitiser used in schools has been recalled after it has been proven to cause skin issues, headaches and respiratory issues.
The Department of Agriculture says 'Viropro Hand Sanitiser' has been removed from a list of approved products due to "possible public health concerns".
In a statement, it says prolonged use of Viropro can cause dermatitis, eye irritation, upper respiratory system irritation as well as headaches.
The company which makes the product has been told to recall all of its bottles immediately.
The substance is widely used in schools and the Department of Agriculture says an investigation is ongoing.
Statement from the Department below:
Withdrawal of Hand Sanitiser Virapro from the market
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, has removed the hand sanitiser product Virapro Hand Sanitiser (PCS 100409) from the Biocidal Product Register due to possible public health concerns.
Tests by the Department show that some of the sanitiser on sale does not comply with regulations governing the content and efficacy of such products. Some of the product contains methanol rather than ethanol. Prolonged use of such sanitiser may cause dermatitis, eye irritation, upper respiratory system irritation and headaches. This product may not remain on the market or be made available for use. The company involved has been instructed by the Department to initiate an immediate recall of all product. Members of the public are advised to stop using this Sanitiser with immediate effect. A Department investigation into this matter is ongoing.
