Kali Mehandi/ Black Henna

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Kali Mehandi/ Black Henna
Alert NumberA12/0604/18
BrandBlack Rose
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginIndia
Published27 April 2018

Risk Description

The amount of the hair dye precursor p-phenylenediamine (PPD) is too high (measured value: 7.9% by weight) in relation to the coupler substances resorcinol and sodium perborate. PPD can trigger allergic contact dermatitis.The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): The product has been completely withdrawn from saleDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Henna hair colouring product. Fine dark-green powder with small white particles in a sealed printed plastic bag; plastic bag in a printed folding carton with an adhesive label.

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