PRA number
2011/12940
Published date
Product description
Take-home teeth whitening kits (3 types)
Why the product is recalled
The products contain concentrations of carbamide peroxide in excess of the recognised safe limit of 18% w/w as stipulated in the Poisons Standard 2011, as well as in expert clinical advice and published scientific risk assessments.
What the hazards are to consumers
The user may suffer irritation or inflammation to the gums and mouth due to the excessively high concentrations of carbamide peroxide in the products.
What consumers should do
Consumers should cease using the products and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement product that complies with the recognised safe limit.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Terry White Chemists and on-line by White My Bite Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
