Gel nail polish Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 03, 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/01675/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Gel nail polish
Brand OPI
Country Italy
Case Number SR/01675/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Here is the factual recall information record based solely on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01675/26
Date of Record Creation: Based on measure entry date 21/10/2025

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1. Recall Summary

This recall involves a specific batch of OPI brand Gel Color nail polish, shade “Taupe-Less Beach”. The product was notified by Italian authorities due to a chemical risk. The product contains a substance, Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO), which is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The measure ordered against the product is a ban on its marketing and any accompanying measures, effective from 21/10/2025.

2. Affected Products

– Product: Gel nail polish (Gel nail varnish, 15 ml).
– Brand: OPI.
– Name: Gel Color – Taupe-Less Beach.
– Type/Model Number: 2214.
– Batch Number: GC A61.
– Barcode: 619828101730.
– Country of Origin: United States.
– Notifying Country: Italy.

3. Hazard Information

According to the recall notice, the product poses a chemical risk. The specific hazard is that the product contains Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (TPO). This substance is prohibited in cosmetic products. The stated dangers associated with TPO are that it 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.

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice specifies that the measure was ordered by a type of economic operator (Retailer). The category of measure is a ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. The exact instructions for consumers regarding return or disposal are not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact the retailer from whom they purchased the product for specific instructions.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy ordered 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. Specific details regarding a refund, replacement, or other remedy for consumers who have already purchased the product are not specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information

– Case Number: SR/01675/26
– Reference Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099053
– Notifying Country: Italy
– Brand: OPI
– Product Images:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011127
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011128
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011129
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011130
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011131
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011132

Note: Specific contact details for the manufacturer (OPI) or the retailer are not provided in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to refer to the EU Safety Gate portal or contact the retailer of purchase for further assistance.

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/01675/26).

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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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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