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AFAM Concept Inc American Silky Straight System Shea Butter Spritz — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalJun 14, 2024
Photo from the official notice: AFAM Concept Inc American Silky Straight System Shea Butter Spritz — chemical risk
Photo from the official notice: AFAM Concept Inc American Silky Straight System Shea Butter Spritz — 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 it contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Import rejected at border

Product description

Spray bottle with green labelling.

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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