PRA number
2011/12951
Published date
Product description
Teeth whitening pen containing 2g of 35% carbamide peroxide gel
Reasons the product is recalled
The product contains a concentration of carbamide peroxide in excess of the recognised safe limit of 18% w/w as set by the Poisons Standard 2011, by expert clinical advice, and in published scientific risk assessments.
The hazards to consumers
The high concentration of carbamide peroxide used in this product can result in injuries such as chemical burns to gums and the mouth. Other potential injuries include blistering or ulceration of the mouth and throat, tooth sensitivity, marbled or unnaturally coloured teeth, tingling around the mouth and headaches.
What consumers should do
Consumers should cease using the product and return it to Ozbrite Pty Ltd, 420 Victoria St., Brunswick VIC 3056.
All returned products will be substituted for 16% Sparkling White Teeth value packs.
All returned products will be substituted for 16% Sparkling White Teeth value packs.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Ozbrite Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
