EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Facial cleansing wipes Tesco “Kind & Pure Facial Cleansing Wipes” — risk: microbiological
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03274/25
Summary
The product is contaminated with the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae, which may potentially cause illness in some consumers, particularly those with a weakened immune system. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
A Safety Gate alert means that national authorities found a serious or relevant risk and took measures. The same product may also be sold under other names or online.
Product
- Two types of cleansing facial wipes sold in packs of 25 wipes, 163 grams.
What is the risk?
- The product is contaminated with the bacteria Pluralibacter gergoviae, which may potentially cause illness in some consumers, particularly those with a weakened immune system. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 29/07/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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