Banana Boat recalls Ultramist because of fire risk

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Banana Boat Sun Care is recalling several products because they could ignite on the user’s skin.

Banana Boat Sun Care is recalling several products because they could ignite on the user’s skin.

The state Health Department said the product, SPORT Ultramist SPF 30 and 50, could ignite on the skin, if an ignition source touches the skin before the product is completely dry.

The specific products were distributed nationwide and are identified in the attached release at fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm324824.htm.

Health Department officials said they have no reports as of Friday of any injury occurring in Hawaii related to the product. Anyone who has the product is advised not to use it.

Consumers with questions or complaints regarding this market withdrawal can contact Energizer by calling Consumer Affairs at (800) 723-3786 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time, or by emailing SUNCARE@customerfollowup.info.