Product Safety Report: Irodis B.B. Clear Skin Lightening Cream (2312-0035)
Product Safety Report for Irodis B.B. Clear Skin Lightening Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.
Product: Irodis B.B. Clear Skin Lightening Cream
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to contain 4.4% w/w hydroquinone and 89.4mg/kg clobetasol propionate, which are prohibited or restricted substances.
Corrective action: Destruction of the product
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics – Skin lightening cream |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 6028050091414 |
| Country of Origin | Togo |
| Product Description | White cream in a 300ml plastic bottle supplied in white cardboard packaging. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to contain 4.4% w/w hydroquinone and 89.4mg/kg clobetasol propionate. Hydroquinone is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Clobetasol propionate 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
Destruction of the product.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2312-0035
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards