NAFDAC Recalls Dove Beauty Soap, warns about health threats

In a safety recall alert issued by Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), the Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g) with batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany, has been identified as containing the prohibited chemical impurity, Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA).

The presence of BMHCA, which has been associated with risks to reproduction, fetal development, and skin sensitization, contravenes the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The agency noted that several European countries have already banned the marketing of products containing this chemical impurity.

NAFDAC warned members of the public to exercise caution when dealing with products in the supply chain, particularly with regard to the Dove products affected by the recall.

The agency further advised individuals in possession of the recalled Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap to cease selling or using the product, and instead, submit stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.

NAFDAC also encouraged healthcare professionals and consumers to report any adverse events related to regulated products to the agency via the designated email address, E-reporting platforms on the NAFDAC website, or through the Med-safety app.

This safety recall serves as a timely reminder of the importance of regulatory oversight in the cosmetic industry, particularly in a country like Nigeria where the burden of non-communicable diseases is rapidly increasing.

With the proliferation of imported and locally manufactured cosmetic products in the market, it is crucial for regulatory agencies like NAFDAC to continue monitoring and enforcing compliance with product safety standards.

This not only protects the health and well-being of consumers but also enhances the credibility of the Nigerian cosmetic industry in the eyes of both domestic and international stakeholders.

The incident involving the Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap has cast a spotlight on the critical role that consumer education plays in safeguarding the public’s health.

In a country where the use of soap is widespread and the Dove brand is widely trusted, the recall highlights the importance of instilling a culture of product vigilance and safety awareness among consumers.

By empowering individuals with knowledge and awareness, regulatory agencies like NAFDAC can foster a society that is not only conscious of the products they use but also actively contributes to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality in the cosmetic industry.

References and Citations:

• Daily Post – NAFDAC bans Dove beauty creame bar soap over health risks
• PUNCH – NAFDAC orders recall of Dove beauty cream bar soap
• Beauty Packaging – NAFDAC issues A Batch recall of Dove cream bar soap

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