HENNA HAIR COLOR
HENNA HAIR COLOR was recalled on 3 January 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00044/19. Chemical risk reported by Austria. The product contains sodium perborate (calculated value: 12,8 %), which releases boron (measured value 1,7 %) and an excessive amount of p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value > 7.
| Alert Number | A12/00044/19 |
| Brand | Henna Vital |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | Black/Siyah Henna |
| Published | 3 January 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains sodium perborate (calculated value: 12,8 %), which releases boron (measured value 1,7 %) and an excessive amount of p-phenylenediamine (PPD)(measured value > 7.3%, > 2 % in final solution).Contact with an excessive quantity of boron may harm the health of children by damaging their reproductive system or damage the unborn child. 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 taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 26/11/2019
Product Description
Power for hair dyeing, packed in a opaque plastic sachet in several colours.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to HENNA HAIR COLOR.
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.