Power Stick Deodorant Recall Gets Major Upgrade By FDA

This week, Federal health officials  elevated the nationwide power stick deodorant recall to a Class II status, signaling that while the products are unlikely to cause serious harm, they may lead to temporary or medically reversible health issues.

On July 10, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary recall of more than 67,000 cases of Power Stick roll‑on antiperspirant deodorants, citing deviations from current Good Manufacturing Practice standards, or cGMPs, a key set of guidelines that ensure products are safe, consistent, and accurately labeled.

Power Stick Deodorant Recall: What You Need To Know

The affected variants include:

• Power Stick for Her Roll‑On Antiperspirant Deodorant – Powder Fresh (21,265 cases)
• Power Stick Invisible Protection Roll‑On Antiperspirant Deodorant – Spring Fresh (22,482 cases)
• Power Stick Original Nourishing Invisible Protection Roll‑On Antiperspirant Deodorant (23,467 cases)

According to Newsweek, these products were sold nationwide at major retailers including Walmart, Dollar Tree and Amazon. In initial reports, no adverse health effects had been reported. Now, with the recall upgraded to Class II, the FDA has flagged a slight but noteworthy escalation in risk classification. Class II recalls indicate that the items may cause temporary or reversible health issues, or pose a remote risk of more severe problems.

The products were manufactured by A.P. Deauville in Pennsylvania. The company has not issued a public comment regarding the elevated classification. Consumers handling recalled items are advised to stop using them, check barcodes and lot numbers carefully, and either return the products to the place of purchase or dispose of them safely.

What Consumers Should Do

• Check your deodorant products against the recall notice and affected lot numbers.
• Stop using any item that matches.
• Return or dispose of recalled products according to retailer or FDA guidance.
• Clean the area where the product was stored to prevent potential residue or contamination.

Though reports indicate no injuries have been tied to the power stick deodorant recall, the upgraded classification underscores the importance of cGMP compliance in manufacturing everyday hygiene products. Consumers seeking more detailed guidance—including full lists of lot numbers and return instructions—can refer to the FDA’s official recall announcement or contact stores where the products were purchased.

Power Stick: FDA Recall Shines Light On Previous Concerns

The Power Stick Deodorant Recall isn’t the first time the company has been in hot water. According to the California Resources Board, A.P. Deauville has faced regulatory scrutiny years ago. In 2005, the company reached a $50,000 settlement with the California Air Resources Board after its Power Stick Deodorant Body Spray was found to contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) exceeding state limits, specifically, beyond the 75 percent threshold defined for personal fragrance products.

The product was subsequently reformulated to comply with California regulations. More recently, in 2021, A.P. Deauville and another company, MY Imports USA LLC, were named in class action lawsuits alleging that Tag-brand and Power Stick body sprays were contaminated with benzene, a known human carcinogen. The lawsuits claim that benzene was not disclosed on product labels.These incidents underscore the challenges the company has faced in maintaining strict quality and safety standards over time.

Closing Thoughts

I have used this for decades.  When I heard about this Power Stick Deodorant recall, It hit home for me, like I’m sure it does for many of you. However, as we come into more information about the products we’re so used to having in our homes, it’s important to keep up with what they’re doing as well. At times, it could be draw the line between life and death. I’m not saying that’s the case here, but staying informed is key in this high-paced information society we live in. If you have this product, get rid of it. This is a good time to look at other brands and see if you can find a new favorite.