Skin lightening cream
Safety Gate Alert A12/01060/21 · AQSA Cosmetics
Risk description
The product poses a chemical risk because it contains mercury (measured value: 9270 mg/kg). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 02/07/2021