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Fabrique par Rodis B.B.Clear Lightening Dark Spot Remover — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalApr 18, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Fabrique par Rodis B.B.Clear Lightening Dark Spot Remover — chemical risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 3.3% w/w hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is prohibited in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. The cream was also found to contain 115mg/kg clobetasol propionate. This is 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 product has been seized and destroyed. Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

Green cardboard box containing small green pot of white cream (30ml) and an information leaflet.

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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