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You may have them in your cupboards. Maybe, you use them, still. Beware: they are dangerous, illegal, harmful … and are the subject of a recall or ban by the European sanitary authorities. Underneath, you may find all the cosmetic products targeted by the RAPEX alert system this week.
Teeth whitening pen
Brand : My green
Coundtry of origin : Ivory Cosat
Danger
: The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 35% carbamide peroxide exceeding the permitted level.
Measures adopted : Import rejected by the customs authorities.
Teeth whitening strips / Double Elastic Gel Strips
Brand : Unknown
Coundtry of origin : China
Danger
: The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 6% hydrogen peroxide exceeding the permitted level.
Measures adopted : Import rejected by the customs authorities.