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Pfa
ethyl alcohol · Pfa is an over-the-counter drug containing ethyl alcohol, made by Zhejiang Guoyao Jingyue Aerosol Co., Ltd..
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Not classified
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
Hand sanitizing to help reduce bacteria on the skin.
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
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Active ingredients
Ethyl Alcohol 70% v/v.
Purpose
Antimicrobial
Uses
Hand sanitizing to help reduce bacteria on the skin.
Directions
Place enough product on hands to cover hands & rub together briskly until the liquid is dry. Children under 6 should be supervised when using Sanitizers.
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable. Keep away from fire or flame
When using this product
Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact, flush eyes thoroughly with water.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Irritation and redness develops or persists.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Other information
Store below 110F (43C) May discolor certain fabrics or surfaces.
Inactive ingredients
Carbomer, Glycerin, Grapefruit seed extract, Mentha Oil, Propylene Glycol, Purified water, Sophora extract, Triethanolamine
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gel | 70 mL/100mL | topical | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Zhejiang Guoyao Jingyue Aerosol Co., Ltd.Shown hereM003 · Label 01/05/2026 · NDC 75742-008Full label
Pfa: common questions
- What is Pfa used for?
- Hand sanitizing to help reduce bacteria on the skin.
- Is Pfa a prescription drug?
- No. Pfa is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Pfa?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Hand Sanitizer, Hand Sanitizer, Advanced Hand Sanitizer, Instant Hand Sanitizer.
- Who makes Pfa?
- Zhejiang Guoyao Jingyue Aerosol Co., Ltd. lists Pfa with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 01/05/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice