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Toothpaste - Dental Doctor - Natural Mint Fragrance - Toothpaste - Fresh Confidence - Maximum Cavity Protection

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Toothpaste - Dental Doctor - Natural Mint Fragrance - Toothpaste - Fresh Confidence - Maximum Cavity Protection was recalled on 15 February 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0182/08. Chemical risk reported by Belgium. The product poses a chemical risk because:- it contains diethylene glycol (DEG) (1.

Photo of recalled product: Toothpaste - Dental Doctor - Natural Mint Fragrance - Toothpaste - Fresh Confidence - Maximum Cavity Protection
Alert Number0182/08
BrandColgret – Dulibang Xiamen, China.
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryBelgium
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number20/12/04 mfg date, Bar code: 6933395088268.
Published15 February 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because:- it contains diethylene glycol (DEG) (1.64%), which may constitute a risk to the consumer,- the colouring CI 16036 (see ingredients) is not in the list of colourings approved for cosmetic products under the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor and destruction of the products.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Green cardboard box containing a tube of toothpaste. Text on box: “Triple efficacies brought by Dental Doctor: - Preventing decayed teeth, - Puritying and freshening oral smell, - beautifying and whitening tooth”, “Whiter Teeth Fresher Breath”, “… and leaves a layer of protection, making your teeth stronger and healthier.”, “…containing Advanced Technology, helps eliminate the bacteria that cause cavities…”, “New Dulibang 2 Cavity fighter with its rich, active Cavi-Stop foam…”, “- expiry date: 3 years from production date. See end of tube for production date, - Manufacture Administer Criteria: GB8372-2001,- net weight 125ml”, “Active Ingredients: 0.32% Sodium Fluoride (1450ppm of Fluoride). Other Ingredients: Sorbitol, Water,Silica , PEG-32, Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Mix of Flavours, Titanium Dioxide, Cellulose Gum, Sodium Saccharin, Triclosan, CI 16036”.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Toothpaste - Dental Doctor - Natural Mint Fragrance - Toothpaste - Fresh Confidence - Maximum Cavity Protection.

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.

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