[Recalled] Elixir — According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzy… | EU Safety Gate 2024-03-08
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | Elixir |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | De Naturmais |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Issuing authority | EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) |
| Reference | A12/00543/24 |
| Country of notice | Italy |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 08 March 2024 |
Why it was recalled
According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
This Serious risk recall concerns Cosmetics products distributed in Italy and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (RAPEX). Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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