Product Safety Data Sheet

Document D0097423 Versio 3.0 Code: n: Description: VEET HAIR REMOVAL SHOWER CREAM Status: Published Project Project Hippo Project 08076 Name: Numbe r: Category: Hair Removal Segme In-Shower Cream nt: (Female) Formula FILL FORMULA Type:

PSDS PSDS

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name Veet Hair Removal Shower Cream

Formulation Reference Project Timo Veet Hair Removal Shower Cream - Normal skin (TDS Ref 0068314) Veet Hair Removal Shower Cream - Dry skin (TDS Ref 0068298) Project Hippo Veet Hair Removal Shower Cream - Sensitive skin (TDS Ref 0169343)

Product Type Chemical Depilatory

Use To remove unwanted body hair.

Appearance Product: Thick cream in a 150ml plastic tube and 300ml plastic Tottles

Supplier Reckitt Benckiser France, 98 route de Sours, BP 835, 28011 CHATRES CEDEX. Phone +33 (0) 2 37 24 78 00, Fax +33 (0)2 37 24 78 47

Technical Sevrvices Reckitt Benckiser Health & Personal Care R&D, Dansom Lane, Hull, HU8 7DS, UNITED KINGDOM Phone +44 (0) 1482 326151, Fax +44 (0) 1482 582532

Point of Contact in Case of Emergency: Phil Berry , Phone +44(0) 1482 582271

2. COMPOSITION

The product contains the following components

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Veet Hair Removal Shower Cream - Normal skin (TDS 0068314) Aqua,Urea, Cetearyl Alcohol,Potassium Thioglycolate,Calcium Hydroxide, Ceteareth-20, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Polyethylene, Potassium Hydroxide,Magnesium Trisilicate, Propylene Glycol,Sodium Gluconate, Acrylates Copolymer, Hydrated Silica, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Linalool, CI 77891, CI 45380:3

Veet Hair Removal Shower Cream - Dry skin (TDS 0068298 ) Aqua, Urea, Cetearyl Aclohol, Potassium Thioglycolate, Clacium Hydoxide, Ceteareth-20, Polyethylene, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Potassium Hydroxide, Magnesium Trisilicate, Propylene Glycol, Parafinum Liquidum, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Acrylates Copolymer, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrated Silica, BHT, Parfum, Linalool, ButylPhenyl Methylpropanional, Hexyl Cinnamal, CI 77891, CI 77289

Veet Hair Removal Shower cream - Sensitive (TDS 0169343)

Aqua, Urea, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth 20,Potasium Thioglycolate, Calcium Hydroxide, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Parafinum Liquidum, Magnesium Trisilicate, Propylene Glycol, Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate, Sodium Gluconate, Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Gel, Hydrated Silica, BHT, Parfum, Citronellol, Limonene, CI 77891

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

This product possesses no know toxicological hazards when used as directed and all precautions followed. The following adverse effects are known if the Directions for use and precautions are not followed.

Eye Contact Will cause severe irritation.

Skin Contact Prolonged contact may cause chemical burns.

Inhalation Not likely in normal use.

Ingestion Could cause blistering of the mucous membrane.

4. FIRST- AID MEASURES

Eye Contact Immediately rinse eye for several minutes with plenty of lukewarm water whilst separating the eyelids. Seek medical advice immediately Skin Contact Cosmetic product designed to be in contact with the skin. In case of accidental and excess application of the product, rinse with plenty of water and seek medical advice if symptoms persist. Inhalation Not an anticipated route of exposure. Ingestion Do not induce vomitting. Immediately rinse the mouth with water. Drink one pint (500ml) of water unless there is evidence of burns or difficulty in swallowing. Seek medical advice.

5. FIRE- FIGHTING MEASURES

Specific Dangers: The product is not flammable and will not support combustion, ie it will not burn. The following hazardous combustion gases may be formed in the event of a fire: carbon dioxide and small quantities of sulphur dioxide and dihydrogen sulphide. In case of fire, wear self contained breathing apparatus.

Extinguisher Type : Any fire extinguisher can be used.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

See also Sections 8 and 13

Consumer spillage :

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Absorb the cream using absorbent material i.e. sand, earth or sawdust and then rinse the affected area with plenty of water or wipe up with a cloth. Rinse hands afterwards with plenty of water.Absorb the spillage and dispose of using an approved waste disposal unit.

Bulk spillage :

Absorb the cream using absorbent material i.e. sand, earth or sawdust and then rinse the affected area with plenty of water or wipe up with a cloth. Rinse hands afterwards with plenty of water .Absorb the spillage and dispose of using an approved waste disposal unit.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Read handling and use instructions carefully Storage Store in a cool frost free place out of reach of children. Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 40°C. Store preferably between 5°C and 25°C.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROL AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

See also Section 7

Occupational Exposure Limits Not applicable

Engineering Controls Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment Not considered as a dangerous product under normal conditions of use. To be used according to the instructions for use below:

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Pink (for the Normal variant), green (for the Dry variant) and white (for sensitive variant) Odour Characteristic for hair removal products pH Alkaline pH<12.60 at 30 C Flash Point of Contents No information Density at 20°C Between 1.0 - 1.10g Solubility Fully water dispersible

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Conditions to Avoid Product should be protected from the frost and stored between 5°C and 40°C

Materials to Avoid Do not let product touch any other materials in case of damage or discolouration. If the product is in contact with any household surface clean immediately. Avoid contact with materials which may be attacked by alkalis.

Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon dioxide and small quantities of sulphur dioxide may be produced in the event of a fire.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

See also Section 2 and 3.

This product possesses no known toxicological hazards when used as directed and all precautions followed.

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

See also Sections 6,7,13 and 15

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Consumer Instructions Dispose of empty packaging with normal household waste.

Bulk Quantities For further information contact your local waste authority (Unsold stock)

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Not classified for transport. Local regulation may apply.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION The composition, packaging and labelling of this Cosmetic Product for supply in the EU is in accordance with council directive 76/768/EEC

PRECAUTIONS

Always follow the directions for use. Designed for legs, underarms and bikini line but not suitable for use on the face, breast, perianal or genital areas. Do not use on moles, spotty, broken, irritated or sunburnt skin, or on skin, which has suffered an adverse reaction to hair removal creams in the past. Check with your doctor before using if you are on any medication, which can affect the skin, or if you suffer from any skin related disorder. Before use, TEST YOUR SKIN REACTION by applying the cream to a small part of the area you wish to treat, following the directions for use. If after 24 HOURS there is no adverse reaction, continue to use. If you experience any smarting/tingling feeling during use, remove the cream immediately and rinse thoroughly with water. If this sensation persists, seek medical advice. After use, we recommend waiting 24 hours before applying an anti-perspirant, a perfumed product, or sunbathing. Always wait 72 hours between applications. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of ingestion, consult a doctor immediately and show the outer pack. Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Contains alkali and thioglycolate. PRODUCT MAY CAUSE SURFACES TO BECOME SLIPPERY.

DIRECTION FOR USE

Your skin must be dry before applying the cream Before showering, apply the cream evenly onto the skin using the soft, coloured side of the dry sponge Ensure the area you want to remove hair from is completely covered. DO NOT RUB IN Once applied, wait for 1 minute (2 minutes for sensitve variant) before stepping into the shower The cream will gradually wash away when in contact with running water. Make sure the cream stays on your skin for an additional 2 minutes (3 minutes for sensitive variant) without exceeding 6 minutes of total application time To prevent cream from washing off too soon, avoid exposing those parts of the body covered with cream to the direct stream of water within the first 2 minutes (3 minutes for sensitive variant) in the shower The sponge is essential for optimum hair removal. To remove hair together with any remaining traces of cream left on the skin, always use the white side of the sponge by massaging in circular motion. The soft, coloured side can be used for sensitive areas Rinse your skin thoroughly under the shower after use. Rinse the sponge Keep tube closed when not in use

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Data sources used in the preparation of this Safety Data Sheet : - Veet Shower Cream (Bulk) PSDS Ref D0038944

This document complements the technical usage instructions but does not replace them. The information contained herein is based on our best current technical knowledge of the product concerned, and is given in good faith. The attention of recipients is drawn to (amongst other things) the element of risk consequent to use of the product for a purpose other than that for which it was intended.

In no way does this document remove the need of the recipient of the product to fully understand and apply statutory requirements. It is the recipient's sole responsibility to take due precautions relative to the use made of the product.

26/03/2009 13:51:34 GMT Page 4 Product Safety Data Sheet - D0097423 All information contained herein is included only to assist the recipient in fulfilling his or her statutory duty connected with the use of hazardous materials.

This list of information must not be considered as exhaustive, and does not exonerate the recipient from taking other precautions described in documents other than those mentioned, concerning the storage and use of the product, for which he or she remains the sole person responsible.

Where Used Where Used

Customer Product Bill of Material Formulation Bill of Material 0169343 : FIL,VEET,SHOWER CREAM SENSITVE 0068314 : FIL,VEET,SHOWER CRM, NORM SKIN 0068298 : FIL,VEET,SHOWER CRM, DRY SKIN

History

Document History (Ver. 3.0) Author: Jason Radley/EUR/R_B

Creation Date: 07 Jul 2008 07:06 Creation Reason: New Document Password Validated Signatures Approved By Regulatory: Estelle Massoubre/EUR/R_B 10 Jul 2008 09:09 Published Date: 10 Jul 2008 09:12 Revision Reason: Update of INCI lists and addition of Hippo TDS codes

Revision History Published Revision Reason Author 2.0 10 Jan 07 Update of PSDS with TDS reference codes for John Guy/EUR/R_B 1.0 Timo formulation Jane Evison/EUR/R_B New Document

This document is only current on the day of viewing. Printed copies are UNCONTROLLED unless they are part of a Quality/Technical Manual or attached to a letter referring to a Purchase Order Number. END OF DOCUMENT

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