Cosmeceutical Creations Corporation Issues Alert on the Recall of Jet Black Mascara Because of Health Risk
Date of Recall
2003-04-28Recall Details
Cosmeceutical Creations Corporation Issues Alert on the Recall of Jet Black Mascara Because of Health Risk
April 28, 2003 -- Cosmeceutical Creations Corporation (CCS) is warning consumers not to purchase or use Leslie Dee Ann Jet Black Mascara. This product, manufactured by Cosmeceutical Creations Corporation ( CCC ) located in New Zealand, is found to be contaminated with harmful bacteria. CCC is voluntarily recalling the product to protect consumers with the knowledge with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
This recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the U.S. distributor, Neways, Inc., that revealed that finished products contained the bacteria Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, which can cause serious eye problems. Neways Inc. immediately informed CCC of the contaminated products and also contacted FDA on April 22, 2003.
The following lots are subject to this recall:
Lot 3401:
Lot 1302:
Lot 1562:
Lot 1572:
Lot 2142:
Lot 0732:
All of the above referenced lot numbers involve individual 10g tubes of Leslie Dee Ann Jet Black Mascara. Tubes are gold in color, and are individually packaged in white boxes that are marked with the terms "LD™", "Leslie Dee Ann", "Mascara", "10g", "Jet Black", and a lot number.
Approximately 12,571 units are subject to this recall. Neways Inc. is coordinating the recall for CCC, and intends to notify all distributors who received these products.
Consumers who have used this product should contact their physician if they experience any problems with their eyes. Individuals who have purchased Leslie Dee Ann Jet Black Mascara are urged to discard it and contact Neways, Inc. for a full refund or credit.
No injuries or adverse events in the United States have been reported to Neways Inc., to date, in connection with the use of the above products.
For more information on the recall please contact Neways Inc. at 1-800-998-7232.
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