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Imark Colutorio Clorhexidina + xilitol IMARK mouthwash — microbiological risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskMicrobiologicalJun 23, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Imark Colutorio Clorhexidina + xilitol IMARK mouthwash — microbiological risk

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Hazard

The mouthwash is contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia, which can cause wound infections, pneumonia and sepsis, especially in immunocompromised people. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Manufacturer (05/05/2023)

Product description

Chlorhexidine and xylitol anti-plaque mouthwash. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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