Food Safety Incidents

Mercury Contamination has been detected in Pinkkiss beauty care treatment cream.

Written by SGS Digicomply Editorial Team | Feb 27, 2025 11:00:00 PM

On February 6, 2025, mercury contamination was detected in Pinkkiss beauty care treatment cream, as reported by the Malaysia National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA). This incident falls under the category of "Other incident" and has been classified as a contaminant hazard.

The NPRA has raised concerns regarding the safety of the Pinkkiss beauty care treatment cream due to the presence of mercury, a known harmful substance that poses significant health risks. Mercury contamination in cosmetic products can occur during manufacturing processes or as a result of using certain ingredients that contain mercury compounds.

The detection of mercury in beauty care products highlights the importance of regulatory oversight in ensuring consumer safety. The NPRA's identification of this contamination serves as a reminder for consumers to be vigilant about the products they use and the potential risks associated with contaminated cosmetics.

As this situation develops, further information regarding the specific batch numbers or distribution details of the affected Pinkkiss beauty care treatment cream may be released by the NPRA. Consumers are encouraged to stay informed and check for updates regarding this incident from official sources.

  • Incident: Mercury Contamination has been detected in Pinkkiss beauty care treatment cream.
  • Date: 2025-02-06
  • Product: Pinkkiss beauty care treatment cream
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  • Incident Category: Other incident
  • Hazard Category: Contaminants
  • Source: Malaysia National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA)