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Shakeel Bhai Mehndi Waley Henna Cones recalled due to chemical hazard

Issued April 24, 2024
Issue
The recalled products contain phenol which is a prohibited Hotlist ingredient. Phenolic compounds are known skin sensitizers and can produce chemical burns (corrosive action) to the skin. As of March 20, 2024, Health Canada has received 4 reports of incidents related to the use of the Special Bridal Henna Cone product and no incidents related to the use of the other products.
Hazard description
Chemical hazard
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and dispose of them in regular household garbage. Please note that, in addition to the requirements of the Cosmetic Regulations , 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.
Product
Product name
Shakeel Bhai Mehndi Waley Almas Henna Cones, Original Special Zeenat Henna Cones and Special Bridal Henna Cones
Reference
ID
RA-75275