Black Henna
| Alert Number | A12/00938/22 |
| Brand | Royal |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Published | 8 July 2022 |
Risk Description
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains Barium peroxide, which is forbidden in cosmetics and releases barium; the latter substance was found in the product (measured value: 18.1%). Barium can be easily absorbed and has toxic effects on the body impairing muscle, heart and kidney activity, leading to arrythmia, paralysis or gastrointestinal alterations. Furthermore, the product contains p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value: 9.7%, respectively) with an insufficient coupling agent. Uncoupled 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 28/03/2022
Product Description
Henna hair dye. The product appears as a dark brown powder, with a hay-like smell.