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Petroleum 1 g/g

White Petrolatum · JELLY · Strategic Sourcing Services LLC

5 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Petroleum is a jelly containing white petrolatum at 1 g/g, taken topical. Manufactured by Strategic Sourcing Services LLC.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Petroleum
Generic Name
White Petrolatum
NDC Code (Product)
70677-0120
Manufacturer
Strategic Sourcing Services LLC
Strength
1 g/g
Dosage Form
JELLY
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M016
Marketing Start
04/25/2018

Recall History

5 Recalls on Record
Class II12/26/2025

GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC

CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II06/23/2022

Family Dollar Stores, Llc.

CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2024

Consumer Product Partners, LLC

Labeling: Label Mix up; product labeled as pure white petroleum jelly actually contains petroleum jelly with Lavendar and Chamomile

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/03/2017

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES INC

Labeling Mixup; the individual A&D ointment foil packets are incorrectly labeled as petroleum jelly. The boxes and outer case are correctly labeled as A&D ointment.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II11/25/2019

OraLabs, Incorporated

Cross contamination with other products: undeclared contaminants of phenol and camphor in petroleum jelly tubes.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

pyrexia78 reports
rash76 reports
pneumonia65 reports
diarrhoea59 reports
nausea52 reports
febrile neutropenia46 reports
anaemia45 reports
off label use45 reports
pruritus44 reports
cellulitis42 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses temporarily protects minor cuts scrapes burns temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips helps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather

Dosage & Administration

Directions apply as needed

Warnings

Warnings For external use only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Petroleum used for?

Petroleum contains White Petrolatum. It is a jelly taken topical. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Petroleum a controlled substance?

Petroleum is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Petroleum?

The generic name for Petroleum is White Petrolatum. There are 11 other brand versions of White Petrolatum.

What is the NDC code for Petroleum 1 g/g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Petroleum 1 g/g is 70677-0120, listed by Strategic Sourcing Services LLC.

Product NDC

70677-0120

Package NDC

70677-0120-1

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