Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01608/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure date 21/10/2025

1. Recall Summary
This recall notice, issued by the notifying country of Italy, concerns a specific batch of OPI brand Gel Color nail polish. The product has been identified as non-compliant with EU Cosmetic Products Regulation due to the presence of a prohibited chemical ingredient. The official measure ordered against the product is a ban on its marketing and any accompanying measures, effective from 21/10/2025.

2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Gel nail polish (Gel nail varnish, 15 ml).
– Brand: OPI.
– Product Name: Gel Color – Dutch Tulips.
– Model/Type Number: 2130.
– Batch Number: GC L60.
– Barcode: 619828100771.
– Country of Origin: United States.
– Notifying Country: Italy.
– Case Number: SR/01608/26.

3. Hazard Information
According to the source data, the hazard is classified as a Chemical risk and a Non-Compliance issue. The specific danger identified is as follows:
– The product’s ingredient list includes Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO).
– TPO is a substance that is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations.
– The substance may harm the reproductive system.
– The substance may harm the health of the unborn child.
– The substance may cause allergic skin reactions.
– The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Note: The source data also lists “Strangulation Hazard” in the provided summary, but this specific hazard is not detailed or supported in the official recall notice text. The explicit danger described in the source data is solely related to the chemical risk from TPO.

4. Consumer Action Required
The source data does not specify direct instructions for consumers regarding what they should do with the product (e.g., stop using, return to store). The official measure was ordered to the economic operator (retailer). Consumers who possess this specific product (OPI Gel Color – Dutch Tulips, batch GC L60) should be aware that the product is non-compliant and contains a prohibited chemical. For specific guidance, consumers are advised to contact the retailer from whom they purchased the product or the manufacturer.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as ordered by the notifying country (Italy), is a measure directed at the economic operator (retailer):
– Type of Measure: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
– Date of Entry into Force: 21/10/2025.
– Economic Operator: Retailer.

The source data does not specify a remedy for consumers, such as a refund, replacement, or recall program. The primary action is the prohibition of further sale and distribution of the affected batch.

6. Contact Information
– Source Authority: Notifying country is Italy. Specific contact details for the Italian regulatory authority are not provided in this recall notice.
– Manufacturer: Brand is OPI (United States). Specific contact details for the manufacturer are not provided in this recall notice.
– Online Reference: The full official alert can be viewed at the EU Safety Gate portal using the following reference: [https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099076](https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099076)
– Case Number: SR/01608/26

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