Benzinga | Dec 17, 2021 01:57PM EST

P&G Recalls Some Aerosol Dry Conditioner, Shampoo Spray Products Citing Cancer Risk

* Procter & Gamble Co (NYSE:PG) has issued a voluntary recall of some aerosol dry conditioner spray products and aerosol dry shampoo spray products.

* The products recalled are from Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, and Waterl<ss produced in the U.S. This recall is in addition to previously discontinued aerosol dry shampoo products from Old Spice and Hair Food due to benzene detected in some products.

* The recall follows recent reports indicating benzene traces in some aerosol spray products.

* Benzene is classified as a human carcinogen. Exposure to benzene can occur by inhalation, orally, and through the skin, resulting in cancers.

* The company has disclosed the production code ranges that are subject to recall. The affected products are packaged in aerosol cans.

* Price Action: PG shares are trading lower by 1.06% at $159.41 on the last check Friday.