EXCLUSIVE: A decade after mercury ban, toxic skin bleachers still offered on top retailers' websites - Reuters
A Reuters investigation revealed that major online retailers continue to list toxic skin bleaching products containing mercury despite a decade-old international ban on the substance. These prohibited items remain accessible through third-party sellers on several prominent e-commerce platforms, highlighting ongoing challenges in regulatory oversight and platform monitoring. The findings underscore the persistent global trade of hazardous cosmetics notwithstanding legal restrictions meant to protect public health.
EXCLUSIVE: A decade after mercury ban, toxic skin bleachers still offered on top retailers' websites Reuters
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