[Recalled] Whitening Body Oil — The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 0.9 % by weight). Hydroquino… | EU Safety Gate 2020-02-28
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Whitening Body Oil |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Clinic Clear |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | A12/00272/20 |
| Country of notice | United Kingdom |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 28 February 2020 |
| EAN / barcode | 6181100284249 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 0.9 % by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer.
This Serious risk recall concerns Cosmetics products distributed in United Kingdom 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 →
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