Skin lightening lotion with shea butter
Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
| Alert Number | 1070/08 |
| Brand | MAXI-TONE |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Batch 080303-2, EXP 03/10, Net Wt. 227 gm, EAN737192201686Lot 070706-2, best before date 07/09 |
| Published | 3 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.