Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 17, 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.
Case #SR/01608/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Gel nail polish |
| Brand | OPI |
| Country | Italy |
| Case Number | SR/01608/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Information Record – EU Safety Gate Database
Case Number: SR/01608/26
Notifying Country: Italy
Date of Entry into Force of Measures: 21/10/2025
Source: EU Safety Gate Weekly Report – Motor Vehicle Content (Cosmetics category)
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1. Recall Summary
The notifying country, Italy, has reported a safety issue concerning a cosmetic product. The product is a gel nail polish sold under the brand OPI. The recall notice states that the product contains a substance prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The measure ordered against the product is a ban on its marketing, along with any accompanying measures. The risk level is classified as serious.
2. Affected Products
– Product type: Gel nail polish (gel nail varnish)
– Brand: OPI
– Product name: Gel Color – Dutch Tulips
– Type/Model number: 2130
– Batch number: GC L60
– Barcode: 619828100771
– Volume: 15 ml
– Country of origin: United States
– Notifying country: Italy
The recall notice does not specify a production date range. The recall notice does not specify a company recall code.
3. Hazard Information
According to the recall notice, the product’s ingredient list includes Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO). The notice states that TPO is prohibited in cosmetic products. The notice further states that TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child, and may cause allergic skin reactions. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The risk type is listed as Chemical.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers. The measure ordered by the competent authority is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Consumers who have purchased this product should refer to the official EU Safety Gate alert (reference number provided below) or contact the retailer for further guidance. The recall notice does not include a consumer-facing recall URL.
5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. The type of economic operator to whom the measure was ordered is the retailer. The date of entry into force of the measure is 21/10/2025. The recall notice does not specify a refund, replacement, or other consumer remedy beyond the marketing ban.
6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099076
– Case Number: SR/01608/26
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Product Images: Available at the following URLs (as provided in the source data):
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010317
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010318
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010319
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010320
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010321
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11010322
No additional contact information (e.g., manufacturer phone number, email, or website) is provided 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/01608/26).
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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