SR/00392/264 February 2026

Skin lightening cream

Sandal · Whitening Beauty Cream

Country of origin: Pakistan
Notifying country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Sold online: No

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What is the danger

The product contains mercury (measured value: 1,49% by weight). Mercury accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys, brain and nervous system. Additionally, it may affect reproduction and the unborn child.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

Seizure of Goods Compulsory measuresTaken by: RetailerIn force from: 15 August 2025

Product

Description: Skin lightening cream.
Packaging: Plastic tub and green cardboard box.
Brand: Sandal
Model / type: 147S

Original source

Data comes from the official Safety Gate system of the European Commission.

Alert number: SR/00392/26 ↗
Weekly report: Report-2026-5
Published: 4 February 2026
Modified: 4 February 2026
Corrigendum: Notification SR/00278/26: at the request of the notifying authority the notification has been updated with additional information on the traceability and measures taken. Notification SR/00304/26: at the request of the notifying authority the notification has been updated with additional information on the measures taken. Notification SR/00338/26: at the request of the notifying authority the notification has been updated with additional information on the traceability and measures taken. Notification SR/00257/26: the notification has been updated with additional information on the product identification, traceability and measures taken.