Product Recall: Elbow Grease Heavy Duty Hand Cleaner (2503-0036)

Product Recall for Elbow Grease Heavy Duty Hand Cleaner presenting a microbiological risk.

Summary

Product: Elbow Grease Heavy Duty Hand Cleaner

Hazard: The affected batch presents a microbiological risk as it is contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.

Product information

Type Cosmetics - Hand Cleaner
Brand Elbow Grease
Item Number EG73
Barcode 5053249248059
Affected Batch 00645
Country of Origin Turkey
Product Description A 500ml clear plastic bottle with red lid containing yellow hand cleansing gel.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The affected batch presents a microbiological risk as it is contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value up to 9200 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.

The affected batch does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Corrective action

The product was recalled from end users by the manufacturer, 151 Products Ltd, in 2023.

Users are advised to check the product packaging, batch number and barcode. If their product is part of the affected batch, consumers should return the item to their place of purchase as soon as possible.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 151 Products Ltd on: +44 (0)161 839 5949

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2503-0036

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 21 March 2025