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Skin lightening product "Gel Crème Eclaircissant intense"

20th August 2011

Item Description:

Brand: Fair & White

Type/number of model: GTIN: 3425123645322 3B02, "EXP : 05/08"

Description: Opaque, white-painted metal tube, white plastic screw-top, multi-coloured print. Packaging: Folding box with printed text.

Country of origin: France

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Danger:

Chemical

The product poses a chemical risk as it contains 9.6% by weight of hydroquinone, the use of which is prohibited by the Cosmetics Directive (76/768/EEC).

Action Taken:

Warning to consumers of the risks posed.

Notifying Country:

France

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Notes & History:

20th August 2011 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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