Inspections identify labelling deficiencies, lack of CE marking, and elements that may pose a risk to minors.
The campaign was carried out in 32 establishments, where 214 inspection actions were conducted.
The Directorate General for Benefits, Pharmacy and Consumer Affairs has intensified this year the inspection of Carnival products in retail establishments across all the islands, to ensure that items intended for families comply with safety regulations and include the necessary information for proper use.
As a result of this work, inspection teams have ordered the withdrawal from the market of 559 products, including accessories, makeup, costumes, and wigs. Specifically, 284 accessories, 140 makeup items, 73 costumes, 20 wigs, and another 42 miscellaneous products were removed after it was confirmed that they did not meet the requirements for commercialisation.
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Consumer Affairs Strengthens Carnival Inspection Campaign and Removes 559 Unsafe Items from Sale
These withdrawals are part of a campaign during which 32 retail outlets were visited and 214 inspection actions were carried out, reviewing both the items most in demand during this period and those intended for children, for which regulations are particularly strict.
The inspections revealed various deficiencies, including the absence of the mandatory CE marking on products that are required to display it, as well as labeling issues or information written in a non-official language, making it difficult to access warnings and instructions for use. Elements that could pose a risk to minors were also detected, related to unsuitable materials, small parts, or components that could cause accidents.
The Regional Ministry reminds that this type of campaign is not limited to the immediate withdrawal of unsafe items from shops, but continues with subsequent actions aimed at distributors and importers to ensure that, throughout the entire supply chain, products comply with current regulations.