Measures ordered by public authorities: Withdrawal of the product from the market

Skin lightening cream

Year: 
2016
Week: 
23
Product: 
Perfectwhite - Crème de Beauté clarifiante ('Clarifying beauty cream')

The product contains clobetasol propionate (measured concentration 0.04 % by weight). Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that should be applied to the skin only if prescribed to treat certain skin conditions. In addition to the skin lightening effect, it can induce a skin rash and burning at the application site and long-time exposure could lead to endocrine problems. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

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Fancy-dress wig

Year: 
2016
Week: 
23
Product: 
Perucas de Halloween ('Halloween wig')
Brand: 

The wig poses a risk of burns due to its high flammability. Moreover, the plastic of the packaging is too thin: If a child plays with it, the plastic might cover the nose and mouth, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-2.

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Baby mobile

Year: 
2016
Week: 
23
Product: 
Jocund Baby
Brand: 

Parts of the mobile (e.g. blue ring, small pink, green and blue balls) may break or detach and generate small parts. A small child could put the small parts in the mouth and choke on them. The plastic of the packaging is too thin: if a child plays with the packaging, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

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Soft toy

Year: 
2016
Week: 
23
Product: 
Unknown

The eye and the claws of the toy detach easily, generating small parts. A small child could put them in the mouth and choke. The seam on the back of the toy opens easily. A small child could access the stuffing material, put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

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