Microbiological complaint about cosmetics in the EU rapid alert system (RAPEX system)

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Nov 30, 2018 - Cosmetics

Microbiological complaint about cosmetics in the EU rapid alert system (RAPEX system)

Again and again, cosmetic products with noticeable microbiological findings are reported in the EU rapid alert system for consumer products, RAPEX (Rapid Exchange of Information System).

Currently, a mouthwash solution has been criticized for a significantly increased level of the aerobic mesophilic total germ count. Furthermore, the germ Pseudomonas aeruginosa can be detected in this product. This germ, along with Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans, is among the microorganisms that must not be qualitatively detectable in 1g of product according to DIN EN ISO 17516 (Microbiological Limits). DIN EN ISO 17516 also specifies maximum permissible values for the total germ count, differentiated according to products for general use as well as products for use by children, the elderly, or immunocompromised individuals.

Significantly increased values of the total germ count, as well as the detection of specified microorganisms or other potentially pathogenic germs, often lead to recalls of the respective product.

Avoid anomalies and have your cosmetic products microbiologically tested to meet the requirements of the EU Cosmetics Regulation, EU (VO) 1223/2009.

The BAV Institute performs both quantitative testing of the germ count and qualitative detection of the specified microorganisms. Contact us, we look forward to hearing from you!