Ban on the sale of Dex Luxury Bar Soap due to Butyphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA) content NAFDAC is notifying the public of the ban on the sale of Dex Luxury Bar Soap (No 6 mystic flower) by the European Union (EU).
The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation as it is said to contain Butyphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA) which is prohibited in cosmetic products due to its risk of harming the reproductive system, causing harm to the health of the unborn child, and may cause skin sensitization.
As a result, a ban on the marketing of the product has been placed by some regulatory and public authorities in the EU.
Product details
Product Name: Dex Luxury Bar Soap (No 6 Mystic Flower)
Product Brand: DEX
Country of Manufacture: Turkey
Model: 11.11.22Barcode: 8694965531
Category: Cosmetics
Although this product is not on the NAFDAC database, 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 product.
Healthcare professionals and consumers are advised to report any suspicion of adverse reactions or substandard and falsified regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office or call 0800-162-3322 or send an email to sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng.