Black Henna (Henna hair colour)
Black Henna (Henna hair colour) was recalled on 24 January 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00093/20. Chemical risk reported by Austria. The ready-to-use product contains an excessive amount of p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value: 7.
| Alert Number | A12/00093/20 |
| Brand | Royal |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Barcode | 8 901371 090015 |
| Published | 24 January 2020 |
Risk Description
The ready-to-use product contains an excessive amount of p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value: 7.6 %) and insufficient couplers. PPD is an extreme skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic contact dermatitis.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 23/10/2019
Product Description
60 g of hair dye powder packed in a plastic sachet and gloves.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Black Henna (Henna hair colour).
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.