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Guardian Hand & Skin Guardian Hand & Skin was recalled on 5 February 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00004/21. Chemical risk reported by Denmark. The product contains Polyhexanide (PHMB) (declared concentration: 0.

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Alert NumberA11/00004/21
BrandGuardson ApS
CategoryChemical products
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryDenmark
Country of OriginDenmark
Model Number203250 (250 ml: Splash bottle for tables), 203500, 204050 (50 ml: Pocket size foamer), 204250 (250 ml: Foamer bottle for tables), 205020, 205025 (25 ml: Pocket size spray), 205100, 205105 (10,5 ml: Small pen size spray), 376020 (Wet Wipes in flow pack)
Published5 February 2021

Risk Description

The product contains Polyhexanide (PHMB) (declared concentration: 0.8%). PHMB is not authorised for use in human hygiene and causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated contact, as well as serious eye damage; it is also harmful if swallowed. The product does not comply with the Biocidal 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: 16/10/2020

Product Description

Hand disinfectant sold in different amounts (10,5; 25; 50; 250 ml), as well as soaking wet wipes. The different articles are sold with different function/dispensing forms (spray, foamer, bottle, wet wipes in flow pack).

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Guardian Hand & Skin Guardian Hand & Skin.

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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