The following notice has been issued by the European Commission:
Alert number
A12/00272/20
Category
Cosmetics
Product
Skin lightening cream
Brand
Clinic Clear
Name
Whitening Body Oil
Type / number of model
Unknown
Barcode
6181100284249
Batch number
006196
Risk type
Chemical
The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 0.9% by weight). Hydroquinone can cause skin irritation and dermatitis and might also induce cancer. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: other)
Import rejected at border
Description
Skin lightening body oil, 4oz.
Packaging description
Packaged in an orange plastic bottle.
Country of origin
Congo
Alert submitted by
United Kingdom
Type of alert
Serious
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