Product Safety Report: Cocopulp Skin Lightening Cream (2406-0124)
Product Safety Report for Cocopulp Skin Lightening Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.
Product: Cocopulp Skin Lightening Cream
Hazard: Following analysis, the cream was found to contain 4.7% w/w hydroquinone. The product’s labelling also proved unsatisfactory as it failed to list appropriate allergen information.
Corrective action: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics – Skin Lightening Cream |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cocopulp |
| Country of Origin | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Product Description | 300ml plastic pot, white lid, printed wraparound label. Containing white cream. |
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Hazard
Following analysis, the cream was found to contain 4.7% w/w hydroquinone. The product’s labelling also proved unsatisfactory as it failed to list appropriate allergen information.
Hydroquinone is not permitted in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2406-0124
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards