Product Safety Report: Fabrique par Rodis B.B.Clear Lightening Dark Spot Remover (2312-0056)

Product Safety Report for Fabrique par Rodis B.B.Clear Lightening Dark Spot Remover presenting a serious chemical risk.

Summary

Product: Fabrique par Rodis B.B.Clear Lightening Dark Spot Remover

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk due to the presence of hydroquinone, which is prohibited in this type of product.

Corrective action: The product has been seized and destroyed. The product has been withdrawn from the market.

Product information

Type Cosmetics - Skin Lightening Cream
Brand Fabrique par Rodis
Product Name B.B.Clear Lightening Dark Spot Remover
Barcode 6028050095016
Country of Origin Togo
Product description Green cardboard box containing small green pot of white cream (30ml) and an information leaflet.
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Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 3.3% w/w hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. The cream was also found to contain 115mg/kg clobetasol propionate. This is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system.

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

Corrective action

The product has been seized and destroyed. Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2312-0056

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 12 April 2024