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Skin lightening product "Body lotion (Fast Action)"
31st December 2011
Item Description:
Brand: Lait Civic
Type/number of model: Batch number: 175E CIV, manufacturing and expiration date: "FAB: 07/02/2011; EXP: 06/02/2014"; Barcode: 8 057705 501600.
Description: Beige packaging with blue characters and the list of ingredients and indications in French and English. Volume 500 ml.
Country of origin: Mali
Type/number of model: Batch number: 175E CIV, manufacturing and expiration date: "FAB: 07/02/2011; EXP: 06/02/2014"; Barcode: 8 057705 501600.
Description: Beige packaging with blue characters and the list of ingredients and indications in French and English. Volume 500 ml.
Country of origin: Mali
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Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains the ingredient hydroquinone, as declared on the label, which use is prohibited in cosmetics and personal hygiene products. The product does not comply with 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:
31st December 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
