Hairspray "Color-Haarspray (4 different shades), Glitter-Haarspray"
07th May 2011
Item Description:
Type/number of model:
EAN-Code Color-Haarsprays: 4040467078132; product ref. 7813;
EAN-Code Glitter-Haarspray: 4040467078149; product ref. 7814
Description: Brightly-coloured pressurised spray cans with pink, blue, yellow, mauve and glitter-finish plastic caps
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Chemical
The products pose a chemical risk because they contain between 55% and 85% (in relation to the non-propellant content) of methanol. In addition, up to 1.4% of benzene was detected. Both methanol and benzene are substances which are toxic when inhaled or swallowed and upon skin contact. Benzene is also classified as carcinogenic and mutagenic. Methanol leads to damage to the central nervous system, in particular to the optic nerves, and also to the kidneys, liver, heart and other organs. The products do not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC as phenol is prohibited.
Action Taken:
Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.
Notifying Country:
GERMANY
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:
07th May 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
