The Rapid Information Exchange Network (RAPEX), in its latest notification, informs Member States that the following cosmetic products have been identified and withdrawn in Europe:
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Name of product withdrawn
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Reason for withdrawal
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Norway
[/TD] [TD]Cosmetic product under the trade name:
"Oasis bedbath, Unperfumed wipes"
Type/No. Model:
5 washcloths
107537
107595
109422
Description:
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United Kingdom
[/TD] [TD]This product has been withdrawn due to increased microbiological load, which may cause infection, particularly in people undergoing intensive treatment in hospitals or those with compromised immune systems.
The product is also sold online
The product does not comply with the provisions of the European Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009
[/TD] [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Romania
[/TD] [TD]Branded cosmetic product:
" EM Nail Art Beads Set - School Girl"
Type/Ar. Model:
12 pieces
T203
Barcode:6851829822038
Description:
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China
[/TD] [TD]This product has been recalled due to the fact that the eraser included in the packaging contains the banned substance dibutyl phthalate (DBP).
This substance may cause harm to the reproductive system or to an embryo.
The product does not comply with the provisions of the European Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009.
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For the above products there is no clear information regarding their exporting countries. For this reason, the Pharmaceutical Services are conducting an investigation to locate these products on the market and urge the public, if they are in possession of them, to stop using them or, if they are found, to contact the Pharmaceutical Services at 22608606 and 22608678.
(NG/SX)
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