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was recalled on 10 November 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0721/06. Chemical risk reported by France. This product poses a chemical risk because it contains betamethasone dipropionate: 0.

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Alert Number0721/06
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginSwitzerland
Barcode2674 manuf 07/04 expiry 06/08
Published10 November 2006

Risk Description

This product poses a chemical risk because it contains betamethasone dipropionate: 0.045% the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics by the Cosmetic Directive.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Seizure of products by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Medicinal product sold as a cosmetic product: Neoprosone gel forte “Tecmomed” (skin lightener based on glucocorticoids — neoprosone gel forte.)

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to .

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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