Skin lightening lotion with shea butter

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Skin lightening lotion with shea butter
Alert Number1070/08
BrandMAXI-TONE
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberBatch 080303-2, EXP 03/10, Net Wt. 227 gm, EAN737192201686Lot 070706-2, best before date 07/09
Published3 October 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains more than 2% of hydroquinone, which can endanger human health as a result of frequent and prolonged use.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The product is packed in a folding box marked "Complexion Clarifying". The bottle is made of opaque, white plastic with a white plastic screw cap.

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