Product recalls
Woolworths Select, Home Brand and Precious baby wipes
19 Sep 2011
The problem
The product does not comply with New Zealand standards. The wipes contain iodopropynyl butylcarbamate (IPBC), a preservative that is restricted in New Zealand.
The Environmental Protection Authority and Ministry of Health have advised that the risks from using the baby wipes with IPBC is dermatitis in allergic children or sensitisation - symptoms may include rash, skin irritation, redness, discomfort, drying and flaking skin. These symptoms will only potentially affect children under 3 years old who are sensitive to this ingredient.
Details
The following products are affected:
- Precious flushable wipes, 40 pack.
- Woolworths Select Tub Unscented baby wipes, 80 pack.
- Woolworths Select Value Scented baby wipes, 480 pack.
- Woolworths Select Travel Scented baby wipes, 40 pack.
- Woolworths Select Refill Unscented baby wipes, 80 pack.
- Woolworths Select Refill Scented baby wipes, 80 pack.
- Home Brand Light baby wipes, 150 pack.
- Home Brand baby wipes, 80 pack.
In addition, the following products have been withdrawn from sale as the packaging incorrectly states that the products contain IPBC:
- Silk Fragrance Free Plus baby wipes, 80 pack.
- Silk Thick and Soft baby wipes, boy 90s.
- Silk Thick and Soft baby wipes, girl 90s.
Sold through Countdown, Woolworths and Foodtown supermarkets nationwide.
What to do
Stop using the wipes. Return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
If your child displays any of the above listed symptoms (whether related to the use of baby wipes or not) please seek medical attention. Concerned parents may also contact their local Public Health Unit should they have any further concerns.
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