Blowtox · Chemical
Product: Hair straightening product · Hair Go Straight · Blowtox
Category: Cosmetics · Belgium
Hazard: The product contains an excessive amount of formaldehyde (measured value up to 2.3%). Formaldehyde may produce irritation of the eyes, the skin and upper respiratory tract; long term exposure may cause cancer.The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Official action: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market Date of entry into force: 01/11/2015