Product Safety Report: Esapharma Movate Steroid Cream (2312-0053)

Product Safety Report for Esapharma Movate Steroid Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.

Product: Esapharma Movate Steroid Cream

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 486mg/kg clobetasol propionate, which is prohibited in cosmetic products.

Corrective action: Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Product information

Type Cosmetics – Steroid cream
Other product identifiers A4-3744
Country of Origin Italy
Product Description Steroid cream supplied in a green and pink 30g tube
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 486 mg/kg clobetasol propionate. Clobetasol propionate is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Corrective action

Withdrawal of the product from the market.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2312-0053

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 19 March 2024