Kojic Clear Cream with Lemon sold via eBay — chemical risk
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 538mg/kg (0.054% w/w) clobetasol propionate. Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids) are prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system. The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Remedy
The authority are requiring the withdrawal of the product from the market. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Product safety report
Measures taken
- Removal of listing by online marketplace
- Withdrawal of product from market
Product description
Boxed plastic 50g tube of yellow skin lightening cream.
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.
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