[Recalled] Toothpaste — Presence of diethylene glycol (DEG) in the toothpaste is 1.2%, which may pose a… | EU Safety Gate 2007-08-24
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Toothpaste |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Gilchrist & Soames |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Issuing authority | EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) |
| Reference | 0845/07 |
| Country of notice | United Kingdom |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Health risk / other |
| Notice date | 24 August 2007 |
Why it was recalled
According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: Presence of diethylene glycol (DEG) in the toothpaste is 1.2%, which may pose a health risk to consumers.
This recall concerns Cosmetics products distributed in United Kingdom and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (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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