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Skin lightening cream "Lightening beauty lotion with carrot oil"
13th August 2011
Item Description:
Brand: Caro White
Type/number of model: Batch number 10B17201/16, manufacturing and expiration date (Fab: 07/01/2011; Exp: 07/01/2013). Bar code: 9 501101 372962.
Description: White and orange plastic bottle with orange screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and the following indications (among others): "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 500 ml.
Country of origin: Democratic Republic Of Congo
Type/number of model: Batch number 10B17201/16, manufacturing and expiration date (Fab: 07/01/2011; Exp: 07/01/2013). Bar code: 9 501101 372962.
Description: White and orange plastic bottle with orange screw cap and orange characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients and the following indications (among others): "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 500 ml.
Country of origin: Democratic Republic Of Congo
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk as it contains hydroquinone, the use of which is prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive (76/768/EEC).
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:
13th August 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
