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Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Colors was recalled on 5 August 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0918/16. Chemical risk reported by Sweden. The product contains o-aminophenol according to the list of ingredients.

Photo of recalled product: Colors
Alert NumberA12/0918/16
BrandCreme of Nature
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberGolden Brown 7.31
Published5 August 2016

Risk Description

The product contains o-aminophenol according to the list of ingredients. O-aminophenol is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. The product has no appropriate labelling and lacks the required warnings, thus users are not sufficiently informed of the dangers of the product.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 09/04/2015

Product Description

Permanent hair colour. The product comes in an orange cardboard box with a photo print.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Colors.

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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