Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 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/01465/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure effective date 19/09/2025

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1. Recall Summary

A voluntary recall has been issued for a specific batch of OPI Gel Color nail polish in Italy. The recall was ordered by the relevant economic operator (retailer) following a notification to the EU Safety Gate system. The product has been found to contain a substance prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The measure taken is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures, effective from 19 September 2025.

2. Affected Products

– Product Type: Gel nail polish (15 ml bottle).
– Brand: OPI.
– Product Name: OPI Gel Color Can’t Ctrl me.
– Model/Type Number: 1229.
– Batch Number: GCD59.
– Barcode: 4064665090512.
– Country of Origin: United States.
– Notifying Country: Italy.
– Case Number: SR/01465/26.

3. Hazard Information

The recall is due to a chemical risk. According to the list of ingredients declared on the product, the item contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO). This substance is prohibited in cosmetic products under the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The specific hazards associated with TPO, as identified in the recall notice, include:
– Potential harm to the reproductive system.
– Potential harm to the health of the unborn child.
– Potential to cause allergic skin reactions.

The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies that a ban on the marketing of the product has been ordered. Consumers who have purchased the affected batch (batch number GCD59) of OPI Gel Color Can’t Ctrl me (model 1229) should stop using the product immediately. The notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers to return the product directly to a central authority. Consumers should contact the retailer from whom they purchased the product for further instructions regarding the ban and any accompanying measures.

5. Official Remedy

The official measure ordered by the competent authority 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 for this measure is 19 September 2025. The specific remedy for consumers (e.g., refund, replacement) is not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to inquire with the point of sale regarding the specific remedy available under the ban.

6. Contact Information

– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098924
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Brand: OPI
– Product Images: Available via the EU Safety Gate alert link above.
– Specific consumer contact details (phone, email, website) for the retailer or manufacturer: Not specified in the recall notice.

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