The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an alert to Nigerians, cautioning them to stop using the recently recalled batch of Nivea Black & White Invisible Roll-on deodorant (50ml).
The product recall aligns with a warning issued by the European Union Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products. NAFDAC disclosed that the recall specifically affects batch number 93529610, which contains the banned chemical 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde. This ingredient is prohibited in cosmetics due to its potential to cause reproductive harm, risks to unborn children, and skin irritation or burns.
The recalled deodorant, promising 48-hour protection, was manufactured in Germany and bears the Bar Code Number 42299882. NAFDAC urges importers, distributors, retailers, and consumers to be vigilant, ensuring that this specific batch is neither sold nor used.
Public members in possession of the affected deodorant batch are advised to halt usage immediately and submit remaining stock to the nearest NAFDAC office. NAFDAC encourages healthcare professionals and consumers to report any adverse reactions related to regulated products through pharmacovigilance@nafdac.gov.ng, the E-reporting platforms on www.nafdac.gov.ng, or the Med-safety app for Android and iOS.
