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Microbiological Cosmetics Serious risk

Baby cream was recalled on 1 December 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0783/06. Microbiological risk reported by Estonia. These products pose bacteriological risks because they contain bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Photo of recalled product: Baby cream
Alert Number0783/06
BrandAntoshka
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeMicrobiological
Notifying CountryEstonia
Country of OriginRussian Federation
Barcode1. 4607010313020, 2. 4607010313037, 3. 460704031013
Model Number1. Baby cream with aloe vera and camomile, 2. Baby cream with Calendula, 3. Baby cream for windy and bad weather
Published1 December 2006

Risk Description

These products pose bacteriological risks because they contain bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa.Furthermore, the mesophilic aerobic microorganisms count was found to be:- 6 500 ufc/g (Baby cream with aloe vera and camomile and Baby cream for windy and bad weather) - 3 ufc/g (Baby cream with Calendula). The mesophilic aerobic microorganisms count exceeds the limits set in the Manual for Microbiological Checks on Cosmetic Products prepared by the Cosmetics Advisory Committee.

Measures Taken

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

Product Description

1. produced: 03.2006, best before: 03.2008 and produced: 06.2006, best before: 06.20082. used with diapers, produced: 11.2005, best before: 11.2007 3. with panthenol and vitamin E, produced: 07.2006, best before: 07.2008

🧫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a microbiological hazard related to Baby cream.

About this risk

This product is contaminated with bacteria, mould, or other microorganisms that can cause infections or illness.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have used it and feel unwell, consult a doctor. Dispose of the product hygienically. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Who is at risk?

People with weakened immune systems, children, and elderly people are most vulnerable.

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