Skin lightening lotion Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Skin lightening lotion

Brand: Mama Africa

Country: Germany

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01450/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Skin lightening lotion
Brand Mama Africa
Country Germany
Case Number SR/01450/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
This recall notice, case number SR/01450/26, was issued by Germany and published on the EU Safety Gate system. The recall involves a cosmetic product, a skin lightening lotion sold under the brand Mama Africa. The product is identified as “Caro light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin.” The recall was initiated by a retailer who took the measure of stopping sales. The date of entry into force of the measure is listed as unknown. The product is classified as presenting a serious risk.

2. Affected Products
– Product type: Skin lightening lotion (body lotion, 200 ml).
– Brand: Mama Africa.
– Product name: Caro light Whitening Perfumed Glycerin.
– Batch number: L

14120.

– Barcode: 6280675004389.
– Type/Model number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of origin: Not specified in the recall notice (listed as “Unknown”).
– Notifying country: Germany.
– Production dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies a chemical risk. The product was found to have an excessive concentration of kojic acid, with a measured value of 2.03%. According to the recall notice, kojic acid at high concentrations can affect the balance of the thyroid system and can also induce skin sensitisation when used on the hand and face, or if used on large areas of skin. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions directed to consumers regarding what they should do with the product. The only measure listed is a stop of sales taken by the retailer. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official recall notice or contact the retailer for further guidance. No recall URL or consumer-facing recall instructions are provided in the source data.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy listed in the recall notice is a stop of sales by the retailer. No information regarding a refund, replacement, or other remedy for consumers who have already purchased the product is specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098926
– Case Number: SR/01450/26
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Retailer contact information: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company recall code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Product images: Available via the EU Safety Gate alert page (multiple image URLs provided in the source data).

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Skin lightening lotion?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01450/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Skin lightening lotion?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Skin lightening lotion?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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