Food Safety Incidents

Unauthorised Hydroquinone has been detected in Bronz tone maxi tone fade milk.

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

On February 14, 2025, an incident was reported involving the detection of unauthorized hydroquinone in the product Bronz tone maxi tone fade milk. The discovery was made in Ghana and falls under the category of Other incident with a specific hazard classification of Bio-contaminants.

Hydroquinone is a chemical commonly used in skin-lightening products, and its unauthorized presence can pose significant health risks to consumers. The detection of such substances in cosmetic products raises concerns regarding product safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

The issue was officially documented by GOV.UK, highlighting the importance of monitoring cosmetic products to ensure they meet safety regulations. Consumers are advised to remain vigilant about the products they use and to follow updates from health authorities regarding the safety of cosmetic items.

As the situation develops, further details may emerge regarding the implications of this finding and the actions taken to address the unauthorized presence of hydroquinone in Bronz tone maxi tone fade milk.

  • Incident: Unauthorised Hydroquinone has been detected in Bronz tone maxi tone fade milk.
  • Date: 2025-02-14
  • Product: Bronz tone maxi tone fade milk
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  • Origin of issue: Ghana
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  • Incident Category: Other incident
  • Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
  • Source: GOV.UK