Caro Light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin
Recall Summary Caro light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin body lotion (200 ml) is being recalled because it contains too much kojic acid—2.03% compared to safe levels. At high concentrations, kojic acid can cause skin sensitivity and affect thyroid function, particularly when applied to the face, hands, or large skin areas. The product does not meet EU cosmetic safety standards.
- Recalling firm
- Mama Africa
- Product
- Body lotion for skin lightening, 200 ml. Caro light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin
- Reason
- The product has an excessive concentration of kojic acid (measured value: 2.03%). 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. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-05-22
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- DE
- Distribution
- Germany
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
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