Consumer Product and Cosmetics Reports Received - Quarterly Data July 1, 2015 to September 30, 2015

 

465 reports received by Health Canada

Health Canada regularly receives reports on human health or safety concerns related to consumer products and cosmetics. Consumer products are covered under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act while cosmetics are covered under the Food and Drugs Act.

Industry 62%, Consumer 38%

Industry is required to submit reports to Health Canada when they become aware of an incident related to their consumer product. Consumers report concerns about consumer products and cosmetics on a voluntary basis.

Percentage of reports received by product category
Category Percentage
Appliances 24%
Housewares 21%
Children’s Products 14%
Electronics 12%
Home & Automobile Maintenance 8%
Outdoor Living 8%
Sports, Recreation & Hobby 6%
Grooming Products & Accessories 5%
Clothing, Textiles & Accessories 2%
 

Top 5 product types based on number of reports received

  1. Ranges or Ovens, Not Specified: 31;
  2. Telephones or Accessories: 20;
  3. Laundry Soaps or Detergents: 19;
  4. Cosmetics: 16;
  5. Diapers: 10.

225 reports including injury

Not every report Health Canada receives involves an injury. Over the time period, injuries, including deaths, were reported in 30% of reports received.

 

Top 3 Injury Types

  • Irritation/Allergic Reaction: 36;

  • Cut: 29;

  • Burns: 17.

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