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Beauty care

Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Beauty care was recalled on 28 September 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1401/18. Chemical risk reported by Sweden. The product contains cadmium (measured value: 0.

Photo of recalled product: Beauty care
Alert NumberA12/1401/18
BrandGaggs
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published28 September 2018

Risk Description

The product contains cadmium (measured value: 0.0136 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health, because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Black toiletry bag

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Beauty care.

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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