Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Gel nail polish

Brand: OPI

Country: Italy

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01553/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Gel nail polish
Brand OPI
Country Italy
Case Number SR/01553/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
This recall notice, case number SR/01553/26, was issued by the notifying country Italy and published on the EU Safety Gate system. The product is a gel nail polish marketed under the brand OPI. The specific product name is “Gel Color – By Popular Vote.” The recall was initiated because the product contains a prohibited substance and does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The risk level is classified as serious. The measure ordered is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures, with a date of entry into force of 21/10/2025.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Gel nail polish (gel nail varnish, 15 ml)
– Brand: OPI
– Name: Gel Color – By Popular Vote
– Type/Model Number: 1075
– Batch Number: GC W63
– Barcode: 619828124814
– Country of Origin: United States
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
According to the recall notice, the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. The listed hazards associated with TPO are:
– May harm the reproductive system.
– May harm the health of the unborn child.
– May cause allergic skin reactions.
The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The risk type is classified as Chemical. No other hazard types (such as strangulation) are explicitly stated in the source data for this specific product.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure ordered is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. The date of entry into force for this measure is 21/10/2025. The notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding disposal, return, or cessation of use. Consumers are advised to refer to the official EU Safety Gate alert for any updates or additional instructions from the retailer or notifying authority.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as ordered by the relevant economic operator (retailer), is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. The notice does not specify a refund, replacement, or other consumer-facing remedy. The type of economic operator to whom the measure was ordered is the retailer.

6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099054
– Case Number: SR/01553/26
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Brand: OPI
– Product Images: Available at the following URLs (as provided in the source data):
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010272
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010273
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010274
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010275
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010276
– Recall URL: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Gel nail polish?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01553/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Gel nail polish?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Gel nail polish?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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