Unknown · Clear N Smooth / Skin Lightening Cream

The product contains 2.1% by weight of hydroquinone. Hydroquinone causes skin irritation and dermatitis. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Published: 02 September 2016
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Distributor. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 01/08/2016

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/1077/16
Batch: Barcode: 740939000039Batch: 021214
Check-digit validated barcodes: 740939000039

Classification

Category: Cosmetics
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: United States

Product description

White plastic jar with adhesive labels and plastic screw top, sealed with film.