Sunscreen Lotion
Sunscreen Lotion was recalled on 1 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0813/08. Burns risk reported by Czechia. The product poses a risk of sunburn after sun exposure because it does not provide protection against solar radiation and therefore represents a health risk for the consumer.
| Alert Number | 0813/08 |
| Brand | Herb LineTM |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Burns |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Model Number | Batch code: B.NO.03AUG2007; Mfg: 04/08/2007; EAN: 8901059122137 |
| Published | 1 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of sunburn after sun exposure because it does not provide protection against solar radiation and therefore represents a health risk for the consumer. Consumers relying on the indicated protection factor would be exposing themselves to both an acute risk of sunburn and the long-term consequences of excessive exposure to sunlight, such as immunosuppression (especially in children), dry skin, keratosis and, in the worst case, skin cancer. The measured SPF (sun protection factor indicators) value of 4.2. does not meet the SPF factor declared on the label (15).The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC and Commission recommendation 2006/647/EC.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market by the importer ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Natural sunscreen lotion – white flat plastic bottle with black screw-top. The content of the bottle is a white viscous fluid, volume 200ml. The product is sealed in a shrink film.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns hazard related to Sunscreen Lotion.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.