[Recalled] beauty cream, whitening face serum — The product contains mercury | EU Safety Gate 2025-05-16
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | beauty cream, whitening face serum |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Alhub |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | SR/01799/25 |
| Country of notice | Sweden |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 16 May 2025 |
| EAN / barcode | 8964003267131 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The product contains mercury. Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
This Serious risk recall concerns Cosmetics products distributed in Sweden and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.
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