More than 500 products recalled during Carnival inspection campaign

PalmThe Directorate General for Benefits, Pharmacy, and Consumer Affairs has intensified its inspections of Carnival products in establishments across the Canary Islands this year to ensure that items aimed at families comply with safety standards and contain the necessary information for their proper use. As a result of this work, inspection teams have ordered the withdrawal of 559 products from the market, including accessories, makeup, costumes, and wigs. Specifically, 284 accessories, 140 makeup items, 73 costumes, 20 wigs, and 42 miscellaneous items were withdrawn after it was confirmed that they did not meet the required standards for sale.

These recalls are part of a campaign that has involved visits to 32 stores and 214 actions. Both items in high demand during this period and those intended for children, for whom regulations are particularly strict, have been reviewed. The inspections revealed various deficiencies, such as the absence of the CE marking on products that are required to bear it, or problems with labeling and wording in a non-official language, which hinders access to warnings and instructions for use. Elements that could pose a risk to children were also detected, including unsuitable materials, small parts, or components that could cause accidents. The Ministry reminds the public that this type of campaign is not limited to the immediate removal of unsafe items from stores, but continues with subsequent actions aimed at distributors and importers to ensure that, throughout the supply chain, products comply with current regulations.