Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap, other Dove cosmetic products have been recalled or banned in other countries due to the presence of BMHCA.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g) with batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany, due to the presence of a chemical impurity. The product has been found to contain Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), also known as Lilial, which is banned in cosmetic products due to its potential health risks.
According to NAFDAC, BMHCA has been linked to reproductive harm, danger to unborn children, and skin sensitization, which can trigger allergic reactions in some users. The agency noted that several regulatory authorities in the European Union have already banned the marketing of products containing this chemical.
The recalled product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation, and its presence on the Nigerian market poses a risk to public health. NAFDAC has urged the public to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the importation, distribution, sale, and use of the affected products.
The agency has also prohibited the importation of soaps in Nigeria, as per the restricted and import prohibition list. Furthermore, soaps and cosmetics are not eligible for foreign exchange importation in Nigeria.
NAFDAC has advised importers, distributors, retailers, and consumers to report any adverse events experienced with the use of regulated products to their nearest office. Members of the public who are in possession of the recalled product have been asked to discontinue its sale or use and submit their stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.
In addition to Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap, other Dove cosmetic products have been recalled or banned in other countries due to the presence of BMHCA. These products include Derma Spa Goodness, Men Care, Men Care+ Sensitive Shield, Natural Touch, Nourishing Body Care Light Hydro, Pampering Body Lotion, Go Fresh, Talco con Crema, Go Fresh Pera, Extra Fresh, Goodness3 Skincare Ritual, invisible dry antiperspirant spray + Go Fresh Revitalize nourishing shower gel, Caring hand wash and invisible dry.
NAFDAC has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of cosmetic products in Nigeria and has called on healthcare professionals and consumers to report any adverse events related to regulated products.
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