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Skin lightening cream

12th March 2011

Item Description:

Brand: VIT'FEE

Type/number of model: Batch No CVF D23 NAFDAC 02 5651

Description: White plastic jar with pink stopper - 500 ml

Country of origin: Cote D'Ivoire

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Danger:

Chemical

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 5.8% of hydroquinone, which can pose a threat to health if applied to a large area over a long period of time. 
The product does not comply with the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC.

Action Taken:

Seizure of the product ordered by the authorities.

Notifying Country:

FRANCE

The Next Step...

Notes & History:

12th March 2011 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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