Caro Light - Lightening oil

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Caro Light - Lightening oil
Alert NumberA12/1258/14
BrandCaro
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginDemocratic Republic Of Congo
Model NumberUnknown
Published15 August 2014

Risk Description

null The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, as declared on the label, the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Product Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 09/07/2014

Product Description

Orange plastic bottle with gold, green, white and black characters and an orange cap. Volume 50 ml.

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