The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a recall for Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap following the discovery of a chemical impurity in the product.
According to a statement released on NAFDAC’s X account, the recall involves the soap batch number 81832M 08, which was manufactured in Germany. The product contains Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), a substance commonly known as Lilial. This chemical is banned in cosmetic products due to its potential health risks, including reproductive harm and skin sensitization.
NAFDAC emphasized that BMHCA has been prohibited in cosmetics due to its adverse effects on the reproductive system and potential harm to unborn children. The substance is also known to cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
The statement detailed, “NAFDAC is alerting the public to the recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g) with batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany. The product is non-compliant with Cosmetic Products Regulation due to the presence of Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), which poses risks of reproductive harm and skin sensitization.”
The agency further noted that several Dove products have faced recalls or bans in various countries due to BMHCA. However, the recalled products, including Derma Spa Goodness, Men Care, and others, are not listed in NAFDAC’s database.
NAFDAC has advised the public to be vigilant to prevent the importation, distribution, sale, and use of these products. The agency has urged anyone in possession of the recalled soap to stop using it immediately and return it to the nearest NAFDAC office.
Additionally, NAFDAC encourages healthcare professionals and consumers to report any adverse effects related to regulated products via its E-reporting platforms or the Med-safety application available on Android and iOS stores.
