Shoppers have been urged to return a hand soap over fears for an infection from a bacteria in a specific batch previously on sale.
The affected batch, the Elbow Grease Heavy Duty Hand Cleaner, could cause infection or irritation if it comes into contact with damaged skin or people’s eyes. People are urged to return the hand cleaner “as soon as possible”, according to the Government’s Office for Product Safety and Standards, who put out the warning on Friday. The product is originally from Turkey, people are urged to check if they have batch number 00645 as it “presents a microbiological risk” to users.
The Government said: “The affected batch presents a microbiological risk as it is contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria (measured value up to 9200 cfu/g). If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or irritation.
“The affected batch does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013. Users are advised to check the product packaging, batch number and barcode.
“If their product is part of the affected batch, consumers should return the item to their place of purchase as soon as possible.”
The product is 500ml clear plastic bottle with red lid containing yellow hand cleansing gel. Anyone with questions or concerns is asked to contact 151 Products Ltd on 44 (0)161 839 5949.
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