The Rapid Information Exchange Network (RAPEX), in its latest notification, informs Member States that the following cosmetic product has been identified and withdrawn in Europe:
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Product name withdrawn
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Country of origin
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Lithuania
[/TD] [TD]Branded cosmetic product:
"Cotton Club Wet wipes for babies AURA ultra comfort"
Batch number:
10.07.21 07 R
Barcode:
4607068626911
Description:
As shown below:
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The product has been withdrawn because it contains the substance propylparaben which is prohibited in cosmetic products intended for application to the sensitive area of children under 3 years of age. It also contains the substance phenoxyisopropanol which is prohibited in leave-on cosmetic products.
The product does not comply with the provisions of the European Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009.
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There is no clear information on the above product regarding its export countries. For this reason, the Pharmaceutical Services are conducting an investigation to locate this product on the market and urge the public, should they be in possession of it, to discontinue its use or, should they find it, to contact the Pharmaceutical Services at 22608606 and 22608682.
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