Carotone
Carotone was recalled on 15 July 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01031/22. Chemical risk reported by Italy. According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroquinone.
| Alert Number | A12/01031/22 |
| Brand | Nouvelle Parfumerie Gandour |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Italy |
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast |
| Barcode | 6 182000 1004 556 182000 1004626 182000 1043096 182000 1099396 82000 100493 |
| Published | 15 July 2022 |
Risk Description
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains hydroquinone.Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 23/03/2022
Product Description
Lightening beauty cream and lightening beauty soap
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Carotone.
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.