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Skin lightening product "Caro White - Lightening beauty lotion with carrot oil - 300 ml "
29th October 2011
Item Description:
Brand: Caro
Type/number of model: - Batch number: 10A17302/23, manufacturing and expiration date (F: 11/01/11; E: 11/01/13); - Batch number 10A17375/19, manufacturing and expiration date (F: 12/01/11; E: 12/01/13).
Description: White and orange plastic bottle with orange screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and the indications: "CaroWhite lotion is a formula rich in B-carotene and vitamin A and E in order to make your skin light, manageable and satin-smooth. Contains hydroquinone. Keep out of reach of children." (in Portuguese, French and English). Volume 300 ml.
Country of origin: Congo
Type/number of model: - Batch number: 10A17302/23, manufacturing and expiration date (F: 11/01/11; E: 11/01/13); - Batch number 10A17375/19, manufacturing and expiration date (F: 12/01/11; E: 12/01/13).
Description: White and orange plastic bottle with orange screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and the indications: "CaroWhite lotion is a formula rich in B-carotene and vitamin A and E in order to make your skin light, manageable and satin-smooth. Contains hydroquinone. Keep out of reach of children." (in Portuguese, French and English). Volume 300 ml.
Country of origin: Congo
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, as declared on the label, the use of which is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products.
The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.
Action Taken:
Imports rejected by 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:
29th October 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
