Toothpaste
Toothpaste was recalled on 21 December 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1324/07. Chemical risk reported by United Kingdom. This product poses a risk of poisoning because it contains 1.
| Alert Number | 1324/07 |
| Brand | Smartoral Mint Ice |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Bar code on outer cardboard box 6 901054 301157. Item number T009. Expiry date of 28/03/2007 crimped into bottom of toothpaste tube. |
| Published | 21 December 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of poisoning because it contains 1.2% of diethylene glycol, which may be hazardous to consumers.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the producer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product is sold as a set in a cardboard box containing a toothbrush and a tube of toothpaste. The toothpaste is marked Cool Toothpaste Smart Oral Mint Ice High Efficiency 2-Ca, 120g. The cardboard box is red/blue/white with a transparent section through which can be seen the toothbrush. 2 boxes were cellophaned together and sold as one unit under a ‘buy one get one free’ offer.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Toothpaste.
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.