Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 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/01594/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Gel nail polish
Brand OPI
Country Italy
Case Number SR/01594/26
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/01594/26, was issued by Italy on 21 October 2025. The product is a gel nail polish marketed under the brand OPI, with the name “Gel Color – Como se LLama?”. The recall was initiated due to a chemical risk identified in the product’s ingredient list. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The measure ordered by the notifying country is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Gel nail polish (gel nail varnish), 15 ml.
– Brand: OPI
– Name: Gel Color – Como se LLama?
– Type/Model Number: 8220
– Batch Number: GC P40
– Barcode: 619828139931
– Country of Origin: United States
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Category: Cosmetics
– Type: Consumer product
– Risk Level: Serious risk
– 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 stated dangers are:
– TPO may harm the reproductive system.
– TPO may harm the health of the unborn child.
– TPO may cause allergic skin reactions.
The risk type is classified as Chemical. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding actions such as returning the product, discontinuing use, or contacting the manufacturer. The measure ordered by the authorities is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures, effective from 21 October 2025. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official recall notice or contact the relevant retailer or authority for further guidance. No consumer-facing recall URL was provided in the source data.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as ordered by the notifying country (Italy), is:
– Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer
– Category of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
– Date of entry into force: 21 October 2025
No information regarding a refund, replacement, or repair is specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
– Recall Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099051
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Case Number: SR/01594/26
– Brand: OPI
– Product Images: Available via the Safety Gate alert page (multiple image URLs provided in the source data).
– Consumer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to consult the official Safety Gate alert page or contact the retailer for further information.

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/01594/26).

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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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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