Product Safety Report: Kohinoor Chemical Co Tibet Snow Cream (2511-0082b)
Product Safety Report for Kohinoor Chemical Co Tibet Snow Cream presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Kohinoor Chemical Co Tibet Snow Cream
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains an excess of mercury.
Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market by Lajawab Foods Limited.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics, personal care and grooming - Skin Lightening |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kohinoor Chemical Co |
| Barcode | 8961100001019 |
| Country of Origin | Pakistan |
| Product Description | Skin cream in a green and gold box. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains Mercury at a concentration of 85.92 mg/kg (0.0086%). Mercury is prohibited for use in cosmetic products. Exposure to mercury may cause a wide range of adverse effects, including damage to internal organs, the circulatory system, and the nervous system. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mercury-properties-incident- management-and-toxicology/mercury-general-information
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (‘The Cosmetics Regulation’).
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market by Lajawab Foods Limited.
We recommend that owners stop using this product immediately and contact the distributor to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2511-0082b
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards