Shower and bath gel - Bagno Schiuma
Shower and bath gel - Bagno Schiuma was recalled on 10 December 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1795/10. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The products pose a chemical risk because consumers, and particularly small children and the elderly, could mistake the product in question for a foodstuff, owing to its form and appearance, and consequently place it in their mouth and swallow it.
| Alert Number | 1795/10 |
| Brand | Titillapapilla |
| Category | Other - Food-imitating products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | 1. Shower and bath gel, wild strawberries, EAN code: 8 008860 010735 2. Shower and bath gel, caramel, EAN code: 8 008860 010988 3. Shower and bath gel, chocolate, EAN code: 8 008860 010742 |
| Published | 10 December 2010 |
Risk Description
The products pose a chemical risk because consumers, and particularly small children and the elderly, could mistake the product in question for a foodstuff, owing to its form and appearance, and consequently place it in their mouth and swallow it. Because of the product's detergent content, this represents a serious health risk (toxic pneumonia).The products do not comply with the Directive 87/357/EEC on products which, appearing to be other than they are, endanger the health or safety of consumers.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Clear plastic bottle (400 ml) with plastic screw top Pink, viscous liquid Odour: fruity – strawberry, chocolate or caramel Taste: unpleasant, but not bitter
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Shower and bath gel - Bagno Schiuma.
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.