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Skin lightening cream "Skin Light"

13th August 2011

Item Description:

Brand: Unknown

Type/number of model: Batch number CSKL, manufacturing and expiration date (Fab: MAR11; Exp: MAR13).

Description: White plastic bottle with orange screw cap and orange/blue characters. The packaging bears the list of ingredients. Volume 250 g.

Country of origin: Ivory Coast

Attached Images: (click to enlarge)

Photo of the Skin lightening cream "Skin Light" (image 1 of 1)

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...

Notes & History:

13th August 2011 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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