United KingdomHashmi Kajal Eyeliner, a 4.5 g tube of firm black paste sold in a card and plastic bubble pack (barcode 8961100314003; B. No. B/11-141/J, Mg 09/2023, Best Before 08/2028), is affected. It was recalled because it contains mercury, cadmium, arsenic and lead, prohibited in cosmetics and not compliant with Regulation (EC) 1223/2009. Owners should stop using it and return it to Hallan Cash & Carry for a full refund.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Hashmi Kajal Eyeliner presenting a serious chemical risk.
Type: Cosmetics, personal care and grooming - Cosmetic/Make Up - Eyes
Brand: Hashmi
Manufacturer: A.Q & Company
Barcode: 8961100314003
Product Identifiers: B. No. B/11-141/J, Mg 09/2023, Best Before 08/2028
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Product Description: Cosmetic product intended to be applied around the eyes. 4.5g tube of firm black paste packaged in a card and plastic bubble pack.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2607-0193
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains mercury, cadmium, arsenic and lead. These chemicals are prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Further information on the health effects of mercury, cadmium, arsenic and lead exposure can be accessed on GOV.UK at the following links:
Mercury: general information - GOV.UK
Cadmium: general information - GOV.UK
Lead: general information - GOV UK
Arsenic: general information – GOV UK
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (‘The Cosmetics Regulation’).
What to do
OPSS published a Product Safety Report for this product on the 29th July 2026. The business (Hallan Cash & Carry) has subsequently voluntarily recalled the product from end users.
Owners are advised to stop using the product and return it to Hallan Cash & Carry for a full refund.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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