Holi Gulal Pulver ('Holi Gulal powder')
Holi Gulal Pulver ('Holi Gulal powder') was recalled on 17 June 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/0060/16. Health risk / other, Microbiological risk reported by Germany. The powder contains talc which should be kept away from nose and mouth of children under 3 years of age.
| Alert Number | A11/0060/16 |
| Brand | HOLIRAUSCH |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other, Microbiological |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | Colour: red |
| Published | 17 June 2016 |
Risk Description
The powder contains talc which should be kept away from nose and mouth of children under 3 years of age. In addition, the powder contains the dye CI 45170 which can cause serious eyes damage and it is contaminated by aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value 36000 cfu/g).The product has no adequate label claiming not to breathe the dust and can with regard to its foreseeable and promoted use lead to respiratory problems and infections as the powder may be inhaled, come in contact with the eyes and exposure to children cannot be excluded.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 18/02/2016Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 18/02/2016
Product Description
100g transparent plastic bag, fused and printed, filled with red powder.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a health risk / other, microbiological hazard related to Holi Gulal Pulver ('Holi Gulal powder').
About this risk
This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.
Recommended action
Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.
Who is at risk?
All consumers who have purchased this product.