Cosmetic Notifications March 2021 from the EU Rapid Alert System - Safety Gate

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Apr 20, 2021 - Cosmetics

Cosmetic Notifications March 2021 from the EU Rapid Alert System - Safety Gate

In March 2021, the following warnings were reported in the rapid alert system Safety Gate for the product category cosmetics:

Microbiological findings:

• Detection of Pseudomonas spp. and significantly increased germ count, non-compliance with ISO 17516
• Significantly increased number of yeasts

Chemical findings

• Detection of 2-Hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone, risk of skin irritation
• Increased level of lead
• Detection of Clobetasol Propionate (corticosteroid)
• Excessive level of hydroquinone

All products do not meet the requirements of the European Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 due to the findings and have been withdrawn from the market.

Regularly check your products for these requirements and for the presence of possible residues. The BAV Institute within the network of the international laboratory group Tentamus is always at your disposal with advice and support.

With the latest analytical techniques, we can quickly and reliably detect residues and are happy to advise you in the area of risk assessment for your products.

Source: Safety Gate