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Skin lightening lotion

Caro light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin

Safety Gate Alert SR/01450/26 · Mama Africa

Report dateMay 22, 2026
Reporting countryDE
Country of originUN
CategoryCosmetics
Barcode6280675004389
Risk typeChemical

Risk description

[Chemical] The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value: 2.03%). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.

Legal provisions

Measures taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Retailer Category of measure(s): Stop of sales Date of entry into force: Unknown