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Shampoo - pil-food shampoo pH 6

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Shampoo - pil-food shampoo pH 6 was recalled on 10 April 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0473/09. Chemical risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains methyldibromo glutaronitrile, which is banned in cosmetics and personal hygiene products by the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

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Alert Number0473/09
Brandpil-food
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryPortugal
Country of OriginSpain
Model NumberVarious numbers with the brand Pil-food.
Published10 April 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains methyldibromo glutaronitrile, which is banned in cosmetics and personal hygiene products by the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and destruction of the products by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Shampoo for fine, damaged and fragile hair, with “pH 6” and “millet extract”. Volume: 200 ml.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Shampoo - pil-food shampoo pH 6.

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.

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