Product Safety Report: Original Royal Milk Face Cream (2401-0106)

Product Safety Report for Original Royal Milk Face Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.

Product: Original Royal Milk Face Cream

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains hydroquinone, which is prohibited in this type of product.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

Type Cosmetics - Face Lightening Cream
Model SPF30
Country of Origin Nigeria
Product Description Glass jar with white and gold lid. Original royal milk face cream SPF30 lightening spot removal face cream.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk due to the presence of hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. The product also requires improvements to marking and labelling.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2401-0106

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 12 February 2024