Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 17, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Gel nail polish

Brand: Jenessa

Country: Italy

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, 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/01600/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Gel nail polish
Brand Jenessa
Country Italy
Case Number SR/01600/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Reclia – Recall Information Database Record

Case Number: SR/01600/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure effective date 21/10/2025
Notifying Country: Italy

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1. Recall Summary

A voluntary recall has been ordered for a cosmetic product identified as a gel nail polish. The recall was initiated by the distributor following an official measure. The product is non-compliant with the Cosmetic Products Regulation due to the presence of a prohibited ingredient. The measure was ordered by the competent authority in Italy and took effect on 21 October 2025.

2. Affected Products

– Product Type: Gel nail polish (gel nail varnish)
– Brand: Jenessa
– Name/Model: 152
– Type/Number of Model: 8152
– Batch Number: BR122902
– Volume: 8 ml
– Country of Origin: Italy
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

The product poses a chemical risk. According to the list of ingredients declared on the product, the gel nail polish contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO). This substance is prohibited in cosmetic products under the applicable EU Cosmetic Products Regulation.

The specific hazards associated with TPO, as stated 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.

Note: The source data also lists “Strangulation Hazard” in a summary field, but no information regarding a strangulation hazard is provided in the detailed recall notice text. Therefore, only the chemical risk explicitly described in the source data is recorded here.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers who have purchased the affected product should cease use immediately. The official measure ordered by the competent authority is a ban on the marketing of the product. Consumers are advised to follow the instructions provided by the distributor or retailer regarding the return or disposal of the product. Specific consumer instructions for returning the product are not detailed in the recall notice.

5. Official Remedy

The measure ordered by the competent authority is:
– Type of economic operator to whom the measure was ordered: Distributor
– Category of measure: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
– Date of entry into force: 21/10/2025

The specific remedy for consumers (e.g., refund, replacement) is not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the point of purchase or the distributor for information on available remedies.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country Authority: Italy (specific agency not named in the recall notice).
– Distributor: The measure was ordered to the distributor, but the distributor’s name or contact details are not provided in the recall notice.
– Brand: Jenessa (no contact details provided).
– Recall Reference: EU Safety Gate alert number SR/01600/26.
– Additional Information: For further details, consumers may refer to the official EU Safety Gate alert at the following reference link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099154

Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the provided EU Safety Gate data. Any information not explicitly stated in the source data is noted as “Not specified in the recall notice.” No independent testing, analysis, or editorial judgment has been applied.

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/01600/26).

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




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