Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 28, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Paint set
Brand: Lefranc Bourgeois
Country: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
Hazards: Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/02051/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Paint set |
| Brand | Lefranc Bourgeois |
| Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Case Number | SR/02051/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Information Record
Recall Summary
The European Union Safety Gate system has published a recall notification concerning Lefranc Bourgeois Water-Based Paint Sets. The recall was notified by the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland under case number SR/02051/26. The product category is chemical products. The recall applies to consumer-level paint sets, specifically acrylic and gouache sets, manufactured in the People’s Republic of China. The responsible economic operator is an importer, who has taken the measure of recalling the product from end users. The date of entry into force of the measure is not specified in the recall notice.
Affected Products
The recalled product is identified as Lefranc Bourgeois Water-Based Paint Sets, sold under the brand Lefranc Bourgeois. The product name as listed is “Lefranc Bourgeois Water-Based Paint Sets”. The type or model number includes “Acrylic Set” and “Gouache Set”. The product description states that these are gouache and acrylic paint sets. No batch number or production dates are specified in the recall notice. The following barcodes are associated with the affected products:
– 013648075627
– 8075623013643019152
– 3019153013648073128
– 8073123013648075610
– 8075613013648075641
– 8075643013648075658
– 807565
No company-specific recall code or additional identifiers are provided. The country of origin is the People’s Republic of China. The notifying country is the United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland. The recall is classified as a consumer product recall with a risk level of “Serious risk”.
Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies a chemical risk. The specific danger stated is that the product has an excessive concentration of lead. Lead is described as harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity, and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) of the European Union. No further details regarding the exact lead concentration or specific testing results are provided in the recall notice.
Consumer Action Required
The recall notice states that the measure taken is a “Recall of the product from end users”. This means consumers who have purchased the affected Lefranc Bourgeois Water-Based Paint Sets (acrylic or gouache sets) are expected to return the product or otherwise stop using it. The notice does not specify detailed instructions for consumers, such as whether to return to the point of purchase, contact the importer, or dispose of the product in a particular manner. As such, consumers are advised to follow the recall instructions provided by the retailer or importer. The date of entry into force of the recall measure is not specified.
Official Remedy
The official remedy is a recall of the product from end users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the importer. No specific remedy details such as a full refund, replacement, or repair are explicitly mentioned in the recall notice. Therefore, the exact remedy (e.g., refund, replacement, or other compensation) is not specified in the source data.
Contact Information
The recall notice does not provide any contact information for the importer, manufacturer, or relevant consumer helpline. A URL to the Safety Gate alert is provided: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099570 . However, no dedicated phone number, email address, or physical address is included. The company recall code is null. For further details, consumers may refer to the official Safety Gate alert page or contact the retailer where the product was purchased.
Note: The recall notification does not include any information regarding production dates, batch numbers, or distribution dates. Consumers are advised to check the barcodes listed above to determine if their product is affected. No information is provided about whether the product was sold through specific retailers, online platforms, or in-store locations. The recall is limited to the United
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 Paint set?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/02051/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Paint set?
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 Paint set?
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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