Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 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.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01612/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Gel nail polish
Brand OPI
Country Italy
Case Number SR/01612/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

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

Recall Information Record
Database: EU Safety Gate
Record ID: SR/01612/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure effective 21/10/2025

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1. Recall Summary

The notifying country, Italy, has issued a recall and market ban for a specific cosmetic product. The product is a gel nail polish sold under the brand OPI. The recall was initiated because the product contains a prohibited chemical substance, Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is not permitted in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The measure was ordered by the relevant authority and applies to the retailer of the product.

2. Affected Products

– Product Type: Gel nail polish (Gel nail varnish, 15 ml).
– Brand: OPI
– Product Name: Gel Color – Strawberry Margarita
– Type/Model Number: 23
– Batch Number: GC M23
– Barcode: 619828090065
– Country of Origin: United States
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Case Number: SR/01612/26
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

The product poses a chemical risk due to non-compliance with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

– Substance Identified: Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO).
– Reason for Prohibition: TPO is prohibited in cosmetic products.
– Specific Health Risks (as stated in the source):
– May harm the reproductive system.
– May harm the health of the unborn child.
– May cause allergic skin reactions.
– Risk Classification: The notifying authority has classified this as a Serious risk.

4. Consumer Action Required

The official measure ordered by the authorities is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Consumers who have purchased this specific product (OPI Gel Color – Strawberry Margarita, batch GC M23) should stop using it immediately. The recall notice does not specify a specific consumer action such as returning the product to a specific location; however, the product is banned from sale and should not be used.

5. Official Remedy

– Type of Measure: Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
– Economic Operator: The measure was ordered to the Retailer.
– Date of Entry into Force: 21/10/2025.
– Remedy for Consumers: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact the retailer or the manufacturer for information regarding disposal or potential refund, as the product is banned from the market.

6. Contact Information

– Official Recall Reference: EU Safety Gate Alert Number: 10099075
– Notifying Country Authority: Italy
– Manufacturer/Brand: OPI (Country of Origin: United States)
– Retailer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Consumer Support: 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 nail polish?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01612/26).

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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