Vicco Pure Herbal Ayurwedic Toothpaste — chemical & microbiological risk
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Hazard
The total count of aerobic mesophilic bacteria in the toothpaste is too high (measured value up to 7100 cfu/g). There is a risk of contracting infections as the solution may come in contact with the mouth, hands and eyes. Moreover, the product contains the allergenic substances Eugenol and Limonene (0.052 % and 0.021 % by weight respectively) while they are not included in the list of ingredients.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Product Regulation.
Measures taken
- Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures — Distributor
- Recall of the product from end users — Distributor (23/12/2016)
Product description
85g toothpaste in tube packed in a white cardboard box with red marking.
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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