Product Safety Report: Caro White Lightening Lotion (2406-0049c)
Product Safety Report for Caro White Lightening Lotion presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Caro White Lightening Lotion
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk chemical risk as it contains hydroquinone, which is prohibited in cosmetic products.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics - Skin Lightening Cream |
|---|---|
| Brand | Caro White |
| Barcode | 6181100530025 |
| Country of Origin | Ghana |
| Product Description | Light orange bottle of skin lightening cream with orange plastic cap. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain hydroquinone, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 1223/2009.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2406-0049
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards