EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Wash-off tanning spray ST TROPEZ “Instant Tan Wash Off Face & Body Spray” — risk: health risk / other
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1916/13
Summary
null Combination of small particle size and silicone has the potential for an adverse respiratory effect. If used in a confined space without good ventilation there is the potential for some users to experience respiratory distress. 5 incidents reported.
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Product
- 100 ml aerosol spray tan for face and body.
What is the risk?
- null Combination of small particle size and silicone has the potential for an adverse respiratory effect. If used in a confined space without good ventilation there is the potential for some users to experience respiratory distress. 5 incidents reported.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 16/09/2013
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