Electronic cigarette cartridge Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 17, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
The European Commission Safety Gate (RAPEX) system has published a recall notification concerning ELFLIQ brand electronic cigarette cartridges. The notification, case number SR/01662/26, was submitted by the notifying country Czechia. The recall is classified as a serious risk. The product is a replacement cartridge for electronic cigarettes, with a volume of 10 ml. The batch number is ELP039055, and the best before date is 2027/02/14. The product originates from Hong Kong.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Electronic cigarette cartridge (replacement cartridge)
– Brand: ELFLIQ
– Name: NIC SALTS, POWERED BY ELFBAR
– Type/Model Number: BLUEBERRY RASPBERRY POMEGRANATE
– Batch Number: ELP039055
– Barcode: 40835966645174564895261107072
– Volume: 10 ml
– Best Before Date: 2027/02/14
– Country of Origin: Hong Kong
– Notifying Country: Czechia

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following hazards and non-compliances:
– Chemical Risk: The product has a declared excessive concentration of nicotine (50 mg/ml). This concentration could lead to the accidental consumption of a high dose of nicotine. Nicotine is acutely toxic and can endanger the user’s safety, notably if the product comes into contact with the skin or is ingested.
– Non-Compliance: The product lacks an information leaflet. As a consequence, consumers cannot make informed decisions regarding the safe use of the product.
– Regulatory Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the requirements of the Tobacco Products Directive.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure ordered is a stop of sales. The date of entry into force for this measure is 19/04/2026. The type of economic operator to whom the measure was ordered is the Retailer. The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers who have already purchased the product. Consumers are advised to check the batch number (ELP039055) and best before date (2027/02/14) on their product. If the product matches the affected batch, consumers should stop using it immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a remedy, or contact the retailer for further instructions.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy ordered by the notifying authority (Czechia) is a stop of sales for the retailer. The recall notice does not specify a consumer-facing remedy such as a refund, replacement, or recall from consumers. The notice indicates that the measure was ordered to the retailer, meaning the product is to be removed from sale. Consumers who have purchased the affected product should contact the retailer to determine the specific remedy available (e.g., refund or replacement), as this information is not explicitly stated in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
– Case Number: SR/01662/26
– Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099192
– Notifying Country: Czechia
– Brand: ELFLIQ
– Product Images: Available at the following URLs:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011313
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011314
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– URL for Consumer Recall: Not specified in the recall notice.

Note: For further assistance, consumers may contact the retailer where the product was purchased, or consult the national consumer safety authority in their country of residence. The recall notice does not provide a direct phone number or email address for the manufacturer or importer.

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