Spooky Season Eyeshadow Palette
| Alert Number | A12/01065/24 |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 3 May 2024 |
Risk Description
The product has an excessive concentration of chromium (measured value: 592 mg/kg by weight). Chromium is sensitising, can trigger allergic reactions and can cause cancer.The product also contains antimony (measured value: 141 mg/kg), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Antimony can irritate the skin. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Eyeshadow palette with six Halloween-themed powders. Product sold online.