The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an urgent warning concerning the recall of Nivea BLACK & WHITE Invisible Roll-on deodorant, specifically the 50ml variant marked with 48H Protection in African Climate. This product recall was initiated by the European Union Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products (RAPEX) in Brussels due to significant safety concerns.
The affected batch, identified by batch number 93529610, has been found to contain 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl propionaldehyde (BMHCA), a prohibited chemical in cosmetic products. BMHCA poses serious health risks, including potential harm to the reproductive system, risks to fetal health, and skin irritation or burns for users.
Details of the Recalled Product:
Product Name: Nivea BLACK & WHITE Invisible 50ml
Brand: Nivea
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Batch Number: 93529610
Bar Code Number: 42299882
Category: Cosmetics
NAFDAC advises all importers, distributors, retailers, and consumers to exercise vigilance and avoid the importation, sale, or use of this Nivea Roll-on deodorant within the affected batch. This recall underlines the importance of consumer safety in the cosmetics sector, urging stakeholders to prevent potential health hazards by removing the product from circulation.
For further information, the public is encouraged to consult NAFDAC’s official notification on this matter through NafdacALERTS.
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