GlorySmile Teeth whitening pen
- Affected
- A 2ml teeth whitening pen packaged in a cuboid shaped white cardboard box.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to contain 0.9% peroxide, which is 9 times the maximum permitted limit within cosmetic products.
- What to do
- The goods have been seized by the local authority and have been destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Cosmetics – Teeth Whitening Pen |
|---|---|
| Brand | GlorySmile |
| Model | GS-008PC |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | A 2ml teeth whitening pen packaged in a cuboid shaped white cardboard box. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to contain 0.9% peroxide, which is 9 times the maximum permitted limit within cosmetic products. Peroxide was not listed in the ingredients and there was no durability date, responsible person or batch number listed. Hydrogen peroxide at high concentrations causes skin irritation and is harmful if swallowed.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Corrective action
The goods have been seized by the local authority and have been destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2405-0043
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 24 July 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.