Product Safety Report: Bronz Tone Maxi Tone Fade Milk (2501-0012c)
Product Safety Report for Bronz Tone Maxi Tone Fade Milk presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Bronz Tone Maxi Tone Fade Milk
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains hydroquinone and clobetasol propionate.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics - Body Milk |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bronz Tone |
| Country of Origin | Ghana |
| Product Description | Gold plastic bottle with yellow cream, 300ml. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk, as it was found to contain 2.2% w/w hydroquinone and 155mg/kg (0.02%) clobetasol propionate.
Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Clobetasol propionate is a Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid) and exposure to it may cause skin irritation.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2501-0012c
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards