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Skin lightening product "Clairmen Lotion formula For Men"
27th August 2011
Item Description:
Brand: Angel Cosmetics
Type/number of model: Batch number 9A26534-15; Manufacturing date (F:) 29/05/2011 and expiration date (E:) 29/05/2013; Barcode: 9 501101 370128.
Description: Silver bottle with a blue cap and a picture of a man on the label. The packaging bears a list of ingredients and the indications (in Portuguese, French and English): "Contains hydroquinone. Keep out of reach of children. Do not expose yourself to sunshine. Product color change does not affect quality product any way"; Volume 300 ml.
Country of origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
Type/number of model: Batch number 9A26534-15; Manufacturing date (F:) 29/05/2011 and expiration date (E:) 29/05/2013; Barcode: 9 501101 370128.
Description: Silver bottle with a blue cap and a picture of a man on the label. The packaging bears a list of ingredients and the indications (in Portuguese, French and English): "Contains hydroquinone. Keep out of reach of children. Do not expose yourself to sunshine. Product color change does not affect quality product any way"; Volume 300 ml.
Country of origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains, as declared on the label, the ingredient hydroquinone, which is prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive.
Action Taken:
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
Notifying Country:
Portugal
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
27th August 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
