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Petroleum Jelly 1 g/g

Petrolatum · JELLY · Derma Sciences Canada Inc.

4 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Petroleum Jelly is a jelly containing petrolatum at 1 g/g, taken topical. Manufactured by Derma Sciences Canada Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
Petroleum Jelly
Generic Name
Petrolatum
NDC Code (Product)
64772-202
Manufacturer
Derma Sciences Canada Inc.
Strength
1 g/g
Dosage Form
JELLY
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M016
Marketing Start
11/13/2014

Recall History

4 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 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

rash73 reports
pyrexia70 reports
pneumonia58 reports
diarrhoea57 reports
nausea50 reports
off label use44 reports
anaemia43 reports
febrile neutropenia43 reports
pruritus43 reports
vomiting40 reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Petroleum Jelly used for?

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

Is Petroleum Jelly a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Petroleum Jelly?

The generic name for Petroleum Jelly is Petrolatum. There are 12 other brand versions of Petrolatum.

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

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Petroleum Jelly 1 g/g is 64772-202, listed by Derma Sciences Canada Inc..