NAFDAC recalls Nivea Roll-On
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration Control has announced the recall of Nivea Roll-On Deodorant. The statement on their websites reads,
“The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is alerting the public about the recall of Nivea BLACK &WHITE Invisible Roll-on deodorant, 50ml marked 48H Protection in African Climate with batch number: 93529610 by European Union (EU) Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products (RAPEX) in Brussels.
The recalled Nivea product is said to contain 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl propionaldehyde (BMHCA), a chemical prohibited in cosmetics products due to its ability to cause harm to the reproductive system, impairs the health of an unborn child as well as skin irritation and burns to users.
Importers, distributors, retailers, and consumers are advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the importation, distribution, sale, and use of the above-mentioned Nivea Roll-on with the affected batch. Members of the public in possession of the affected batch of product should discontinue the sale or use and submit stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.”
This announcement is a shock to many Nigerians as Nivea is a popular skincare and body care brand in Nigeria. They offer products that range from body cream, shower gels, lip balms, face creams, Vaseline and many more. Nigerians must, however, trust that the agency has their best interests at heart.
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