Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 17, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record for the consumer safety database.

Reclia – Recall Information Database
Record ID: SR/01543/26
Date of Entry: Based on notification from Italy, measure effective 21/10/2025.

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1. Recall Summary

This recall involves a specific batch of OPI brand gel nail polish sold in Italy. The product has been banned from the market by the relevant economic operator due to non-compliance with the EU Cosmetic Products Regulation. The recall was initiated because the product contains a prohibited chemical substance.

2. Affected Products

– Product: Gel nail polish (Gel nail varnish, 7.5 ml).
– Brand: OPI.
– Name: Gel Color – Malaga Wine.
– Type/Model Number: 7237.
– Batch Number: Gc L87B.
– Barcode: 619828137968.
– Country of Origin: United States.
– Notifying Country: Italy.
– Case Number: SR/01543/26.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

According to the recall notice, the product poses a chemical risk. The list of ingredients indicates the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO). This substance is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The stated dangers associated with TPO include potential harm to the reproductive system, potential harm to the health of an unborn child, and the 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 measure has been ordered by the type of economic operator (Retailer). The measure is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Consumers who have purchased this specific product (OPI Gel Color – Malaga Wine, batch number Gc L87B) should stop using it immediately. The notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding disposal or return beyond the official remedy listed below.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy ordered by the economic operator is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. The date of entry into force for this measure is 21/10/2025. The specific remedy for consumers who already own the product (e.g., refund, replacement) is not detailed in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information

– Recall Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099083
– Notifying Country Authority: Italy (specific contact details not provided in the recall notice).
– Manufacturer/Distributor: OPI (specific contact details not provided in the recall notice).
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the provided EU Safety Gate data. Reclia has not performed independent testing or analysis. For the most current information, consumers should consult the official Safety Gate portal link provided above.

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