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Consumer product recall

Archived - Biotherm Sun After SOS Mist

Starting date:
November 1, 2008
Posting date:
November 1, 2008
Type of communication:
Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory:
Cosmetics
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Product Safety, Labelling and Packaging
Audience:
General Public (GP)
Identification number:
RA-500001838

Affected products

Biotherm Sun After SOS Mist

Product description

This recall involves Biotherm Sun After SOS Mist skin care product sold in a light blue 125 mL pressurized container with yellow lettering, UPC # 3605540179703.

Hazard identified

Health Canada's auditing process revealed that this product does not have the mandatory labelling required under Canadian law.

The product lacks the symbol and warnings required for flammable and explosive products. The lack of labelling information including appropriate warnings could lead to serious risks.

Health Canada has not any received reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.

Number sold

Approximately 8,766 units were sold across Canada.

Time period sold

The time period during which the recalled product was sold is not known.

Place of origin

Manufactured in Canada.

Companies

Manufacturer
L'Oreal Canada
Montreal
Quebec
CANADA

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What you should do

Consumers are instructed to immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it.

Consumers may contact their municipality for instructions on how to dispose of the recalled product.