Permanent Powder Hair Colour
Permanent Powder Hair Colour was recalled on 6 May 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0557/16. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The hair dyes contain sodium perborate.
| Alert Number | A12/0557/16 |
| Brand | Sta-sof-fro |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | South Africa |
| Model Number | 1) Black - 60060, 2) Jet Black - 60063 , 3) Brown black - 60061 , 4) Medium Chestnut - 60064, 5) Auburn - 60062 |
| Published | 6 May 2016 |
Risk Description
The hair dyes contain sodium perborate. Sodium perborate in high doses is toxic and it may damage fertility or the unborn child.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products 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: 17/03/2016
Product Description
Hair dye in a brown glass bottle with a black lid, supplied in a beige and brown cardboard box with a package leaflet and measuring beaker. Sodium perborate is included in the list of ingredients.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Permanent Powder Hair Colour.
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.