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: Estrosa

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/01617/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Gel nail polish
Brand Estrosa
Country Italy
Case Number SR/01617/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

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/01617/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure date 21/10/2025

1. Recall Summary
This recall involves a cosmetic product, specifically a gel nail polish, sold under the brand name Estrosa. The product is identified as “Starlight” (model: Smalto gel semipermanente 224). The recall was initiated by authorities in Italy following a notification to the EU Safety Gate system. The product has been found to contain a prohibited substance and does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The notifying country is Italy, and the country of origin is also Italy.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Gel nail polish (Gel nail varnish, 7ml).
– Brand: Estrosa.
– Name: Starlight.
– Type/Model Number: Smalto gel semipermanente 224.
– Batch Number: 7503.
– Barcode: 8056459802018.
– Category: Cosmetics.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: Italy.
– Notifying Country: Italy.

3. Hazard Information
According to the source data, the product poses a chemical risk. The specific hazard identified is that the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. The source data states that TPO may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child, and may cause allergic skin reactions. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk” in the source data.

4. Consumer Action Required
The source data does not provide specific instructions directed at consumers regarding what they should do with the product. The official measure ordered by the relevant economic operator (the distributor) is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately and follow the official remedy outlined below.

5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered by the authorities 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 Distributor. The date of entry into force for this measure is 21/10/2025. The source data does not specify a refund, replacement, or other specific consumer-facing remedy such as a recall from consumers. The remedy is directed at the distributor to cease sales.

6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Case Number: SR/01617/26
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099137
– Notifying Country Authority: Italy (specific contact details for the Italian authority are not provided in the source data).
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Recall URL: 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/01617/26).

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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