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Cocopulp Skin Lightening Cream — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalAug 8, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Cocopulp Skin Lightening Cream — chemical risk

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Hazard

Following analysis, the cream was found to contain 4.7% w/w hydroquinone. The product’s labelling also proved unsatisfactory as it failed to list appropriate allergen information. Hydroquinone is not permitted in this type of product as it is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Remedy

The product has been withdrawn from the market.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

300ml plastic pot, white lid, printed wraparound label. Containing white 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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