Gel Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Gel

Brand: Gel

Country: Greece

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Allergen Alert, 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/01563/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Gel
Brand Gel
Country Greece
Case Number SR/01563/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Allergen Alert, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Reclia – Recall Information Record
Database Reference: EU Safety Gate
Case Number: SR/01563/26
Date of Record Entry: Based on notification from Greece, effective 16/10/2025

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1. Recall Summary

A voluntary recall has been initiated for a cosmetic product sold in Greece. The product, a gel marketed as containing honey extracts, has been found to contain an undeclared allergenic fragrance. The recall was ordered by the distributor following an official notification to the EU Safety Gate system. The product is being withdrawn from the market due to non-compliance with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

2. Affected Products

– Product Name: BIOPRO ARTHRO BEE GEL WITH BEE DERIVED EXTRACTS HONEY SESSION
– Product Type: Gel (Cosmetic)
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: 03025
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: Greece
– Notifying Country: Greece
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

The product poses a chemical risk due to the presence of the allergenic fragrance coumarin. This substance is not listed in the product’s ingredient list. According to the recall notice, failure to declare the presence of an allergenic fragrance in the labelling of leave-on cosmetic products may cause dermatitis, eczema, or more serious skin reactions in persons who are already sensitized to this substance. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers who have purchased the affected product (batch number 03025) are advised to stop using it immediately. The official measure ordered by the distributor is the withdrawal of the product from the market. Consumers should follow the instructions provided by the distributor or retailer regarding the return or disposal of the product. Specific instructions for consumers are not detailed in the recall notice beyond the market withdrawal.

5. Official Remedy

– Type of Measure: Withdrawal of the product from the market.
– Economic Operator: The measure was ordered to the Distributor.
– Date of Entry into Force: 16/10/2025.
– Remedy for Consumers: Not specified in the recall notice. The notice indicates a market withdrawal but does not specify whether a refund, replacement, or other remedy is offered to consumers.

6. Contact Information

– Recall Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099070
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Distributor Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Regulatory Authority: The notification was made by Greece. For further inquiries, consumers may contact the Greek market surveillance authority or the distributor from whom the product was purchased.

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Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the EU Safety Gate data provided. Reclia does not perform independent testing or safety analysis. Any information not present in the source data is noted as “Not specified 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?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01563/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Gel?

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?

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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or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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