Kali Mehandi/ Black Henna
| Alert Number | A12/0604/18 |
| Brand | Black Rose |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Published | 27 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of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): The product has been completely withdrawn from saleDate of entry into force: Unknown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.