PRA number
2012/13211
Published date
Product description
Take-home teeth whitening kit
Reasons the product is recalled
The products contain concentrations of hydrogen peroxide in excess of the recognised safe limit of 6% w/w, as set by the Poisons Standard 2011, expert clinical advice, and published scientific risk assessments.
The hazards to consumers
Users of the product may suffer irritation or inflammation to the gums and mouth due to the excessive concentration of hydrogen peroxide it contains.
What consumers should do
Consumers should cease using the product immediately and discard of their teeth whitening kit safely.
Supplier
Essential Image
Traders who sold this product
Sold directly to consumers via the Essential Image website
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
