BKIND Brightening Face Serum recalled due to microbial contamination
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Summary
Immediately stop using the BKIND Brightening Face Serum, contact the company for a replacement or refund, and then dispose of the recalled product.
Affected products
This recall involves BKIND Brightening Face Serum (48 ml) with lot numbers 15411 and 15412. The UPC code 840097001722 is located on the side of the packaging carton.
Issue
The recalled products may contain a common microorganism called Pseudomonas luteola. Pseudomonas luteola is an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems, external medical devices, or underlying lung conditions who are exposed to the bacteria face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment. The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes or a break in the skin. People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria.
As of June 5, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the BKIND Brightening Face Serum, contact the company for a replacement or refund, and then dispose of it.
For more information, consumers can contact BKIND Entreprise Inc. by email at hello@bkind.ca.
Please note that, in addition to the requirements of the Cosmetic Regulation the Food and Drugs Act (FDA) prohibits the sale of cosmetics that are either made with hazardous substances, or under unsanitary conditions, to users in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Additional information
Background
Number Sold
The company reported that 429 units of the affected products were sold in Canada.
Time Period Sold
The affected products were sold from February, 2023 to May, 2023.
Place of Origin
Manufactured in Canada
Details
Manufacturer
BKIND Entreprise Inc.
St-Laurent, Québec
Canada
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