DREAMZ Pty Ltd, trading as GAIA Skin Naturals (GAIA), has paid $37,800 in penalties for alleged "false or misleading representations" after the ACCC issued three infringement notices.
GAIA described its Natural Baby Bath & Body Wash, Baby Shampoo and Baby Moisturiser as "Pure, Natural, Organic".
However, these products contain two synthetic chemical preservatives: sodium hydroxyl methyl glycinate and phenoxyethanol.
"Businesses making organic claims must be able to substantiate those claims," ACCC commissioner Sarah Court said.
The finding was part of broader work by the ACCC and as part of this work, the ACCC identified concerns with a small number of Naturis Organic Breads' products which do not contain synthetic chemicals or preservatives but contain a mix of organic and non-organic ingredients.
"In response to our concerns, Naturis has amended its website and the relevant product labels."
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