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Caro Light natural Whitening Oil with Aloe Vera — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-06-12

Hazard: Chemical

Mama Africa Cosmetics Caro Light Whitening Oil, chemical hazard

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-06-12
Manufacturer	Mama Africa Cosmetics
Model identifiers	6280675004082
Category	Cosmetics
Hazard	Chemical
Hazard description	The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value up to 1.63% by weight). Kojic acid can affect the balance of the thyroid system and also induce skin sensitisation, when used at high concentrations on hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin.
Non-compliance	The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Recall number	SR/01643/26
Official notice	View source ↗

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