EU alert · Safety Gate Other risk levels Cosmetics
Shampoo and conditioner Garnier “Fructis Hair Food” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00001/21
Summary
Due to its characteristic appearance, form, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for foodstuff by a child or vulnerable person. The probability of the product being ingested is low, but it could be dangerous because the product contains surfactants. These are foaming agents that, when aspired, can cause chemical pneumonia. Chemical pneumonia can be fatal in children and the elderly. The product does not…
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Product
- Shampoo and conditioner in a plastic bottle
What is the risk?
- Due to its characteristic appearance, form, colour and size, the product may be mistaken for foodstuff by a child or vulnerable person. The probability of the product being ingested is low, but it could be dangerous because the product contains surfactants. These are foaming agents that, when aspired, can cause chemical pneumonia. Chemical pneumonia can be fatal in children and the elderly. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Food Imitating Directive
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risks
- Date of entry into force: 04/01/2021
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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