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🧸 Product FR September 9, 2016

VICCO — Dentifrice Ayurvedique Aux 20 Plantes (Ayurvedic toothpaste made from 20 plants)

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
VICCO — Dentifrice Ayurvedique Aux 20 Plantes (Ayurvedic toothpaste made from 20 plants)
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Chemical, Microbiological
Category
Cosmetics

Hazard: The toothpaste contains phenol (measured value: 200 mg/kg), which is an irritant. Moreover the total count of aerobic mesophilic bacteria is too high, which may lead to infections. The product does not comply with the

Origin
India
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17 days in total
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What is this? This is an ayurvedic toothpaste from India sold in France. It is made with 20 plants.

What's happening? Tests found two problems: too much phenol and too many germs. Both can irritate your mouth or cause infections.

Does this affect me? Anyone using this toothpaste in France may be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using it now. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before using another toothpaste.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical, Microbiological · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: The toothpaste contains phenol (measured value: 200 mg/kg), which is an irritant. Moreover the total count of aerobic mesophilic bacteria is too high, which may lead to infections. The product does not comply with the · Origin: India

First published
September 9, 2016
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/223753

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VICCO — Dentifrice Ayurvedique Aux 20 Plantes (Ayurvedic toothpaste made from 20 plants). Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical, Microbiological · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: The toothpaste contains phenol (measured value: 200 mg/kg), which is an irritant. Moreover the total count of aerobic mesophilic bacteria is too high, which may lead to infections. The p...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on September 9, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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