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09.11.2021 - Cosmetics
Warnings for cosmetics in the Rapid Alert System Safety Gate - October 2021
In the EU Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (Safety Gate), several notifications were issued for cosmetics in the month of October.
A publication in Safety Gate generally indicates a direct potential health risk, the products do not comply with the Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, a recall or withdrawal from the market is the consequence.
Due to the following findings, cosmetics were reported or recalled from the market:
- Detection of Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxyaldehyde (synonym: HICC, trade name Lyral) in a leave-on product
- Lack of evidence for production according to kGMP as well as missing safety report and related documentation for several products
A regular investigation of the final products as well as the examination of related raw materials for prohibited residues and contaminants (e.g. heavy metals, pesticides, phthalates, etc.) plays an important role.
Furthermore, compliance with the documentary requirements from Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (safety report, notification, PID, labeling, etc.) is important.
The BAV Institute within the network of the international Tentamus Laboratory Group conducts all these tests quickly and reliably for you. We advise you on the topics of requirements from cosmetic law. We look forward to hearing from you!