Whitening Beauty Cream
Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01615/20 |
| Brand | Sandal |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Pakistan |
| Published | 27 November 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains mercury (measured value: 14,65 g/kg). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 11/11/2020Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 11/11/2020
Product Description
Skin-lightening product in the form of a face cream. It is intended to come into contact with the skin in order to change its appearance (skin-brightening).