Safety warning Serious risk 19 March 2024

Front Pharmaceutical Tydineal Steroid Cream

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Front Pharmaceutical Tydineal Steroid Cream
Photo: official notice
Affected
Steroid cream supplied in a 20g yellow tube with a white cap
The problem
The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 228 mg/kg clobetasol propionate, which is prohibited in cosmetic products.
What to do
Destruction of the product.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product: Front Pharmaceutical Tydineal Steroid Cream

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 228 mg/kg clobetasol propionate, which is prohibited in cosmetic products.

Corrective action: Destruction of the product.

Product information

Type Cosmetics – Steroid cream
Barcode 6928623097006
Batch No 321022
Other product identifiers A4-9674
Country of Origin China
Product Description Steroid cream supplied in a 20g yellow tube with a white cap
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as following analysis the cream was found to contain 228 mg/kg clobetasol propionate. Clobetasol propionate is prohibited in cosmetic products as exposure to it could cause skin irritation and may damage the endocrine system.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Corrective action

Destruction of the product.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2312-0060

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 19 March 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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