A popular line of hand soaps made by DermaRite has been recalled for an alarming reason.

They could potentially contain the very thing they're supposed to prevent: Bacteria.

ABC News reports that on Aug. 27, DermaRite issued a recall for 16 of their products due to the fact that the impacted products are potentially contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia, a type of bacteria that can cause serious or life-threatening infections.

Recalled products include:

• 4-N-1 no-rinse wash creams
• DermaCerin moisturizing creams
• DermaFungal antifungal creams
• DermaKleen antiseptic lotion soaps
• DermaMed skin protectants
• DermaSarra external analgesics
• Gel Rite instant gel hand sanitizers and Hand E Foam foaming hand sanitizers
• KleenFoam antimicrobial foam soaps
• Lantiseptic skin protectants
• PeriGiene antiseptic cleansers
• PeriGuard skin protectants
• Renew Dimethicone skin protectants
• Renew Periprotect skin protectants
• Renew Skin Repair skin creams
• UltraSure anti-perspirant and deodorants

The recall is quite serious, as there are multiple products on the list, and the issue at hand is potentially fatal.

In a letter to consumers, DermaRite said they "sincerely regret any inconvenience," adding its dedication to maintaining "the highest standards of care."

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If you have any further questions or concerns about this massive recall you can contact DermaRite at 888-943-5190 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST or be what's now known as snail mail, email, dermarite5186@sedgwick.com.

Where is DermaRite Located?

DermaRite is based out of Bergen, New Jersey.