Reason for the recall
- The affected batch presents a microbiological risk as it is contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria.
Reasonsee the original notice
BrandElbow Grease
Batch number(s)not stated
Barcode5053249248059
Product
Elbow Grease Heavy Duty Hand Cleaner
- Brand
- Elbow Grease
- Barcode
- 5053249248059
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Country of origin
- Turkey
- Type of recall
- Product recall
- Summary
- Product: Elbow Grease Heavy Duty Hand Cleaner
- Hazard: The affected batch presents a microbiological risk as it is contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria.
- Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
- Product information
- Type
- Cosmetics - Hand Cleaner
- Brand
- Elbow Grease
- Item Number
- EG73
- Barcode
- 5053249248059
- Affected Batch
- 00645
- Country of Origin
- Turkey
- Product Description
- A 500ml clear plastic bottle with red lid containing yellow hand cleansing gel.
- Product Report and Image
- Link to product image and PDF
- Hazard
- The affected batch presents a microbiological risk as it is contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value up to 9200 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
- The affected batch does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
- Corrective action
- The product was recalled from end users by the manufacturer, 151 Products Ltd, in 2023.
- Users are advised to check the product packaging, batch number and barcode. If their product is part of the affected batch, consumers should return the item to their place of purchase as soon as possible.
- If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 151 Products Ltd on: +44 (0)161 839 5949
- Additional information
- PSD notification number: 2503-0036
- Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
What to do
- The product has been recalled from end users.
- Product information
- Type
- Cosmetics - Hand Cleaner
Source: Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls (OPSS) — Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)
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