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OPSS Recalls Erborian Centella Crème Over Microbiological Risk

Testing found bacterial contamination in specific 20ml and 50ml batches.

Overview

  • Officials cited contamination with Candida parapsilosis, Micrococcus luteus and Microbacterium oxydans, posing particular risk to immunocompromised users.
  • The recall targets batches KM06343 and KM07343 for 20ml tubes and KM05363 and KM06363 for 50ml tubes.
  • OPSS said the product fails to meet Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 and the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013, and it has been withdrawn from sale and recalled from end users.
  • Consumers were instructed to stop using affected tubes immediately and email [email protected] for guidance.
  • Retailers issued safety notices, with John Lewis alerting customers, while reports note Boots stocks other Erborian items but not this specific cream in stores.