Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Hair dye
Brand: Garnier
Country: Czechia
Hazards: Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01426/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Hair dye |
| Brand | Garnier |
| Country | Czechia |
| Case Number | SR/01426/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia – Recall Information Record
Case Number: SR/01426/26
Date of Record: Based on EU Safety Gate alert (entry into force of measure: 29/04/2026)
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1. Recall Summary
The product identified in this recall is a hair dye marketed under the brand Garnier, specifically the “COLOR NATURALS” range. The recall was initiated by authorities in Czechia following a notification to the EU Safety Gate system. The product was found to contain a prohibited substance, rendering it non-compliant with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The measure ordered is the destruction of the product.
2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Hair dye (cream formulation)
– Brand: Garnier
– Product Name: COLOR NATURALS
– Specific Shade/Model: VELMI SVĚTLÁ POPELAVÁ BLOND 9.1
– Barcode: 3600540176622
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: France
– Notifying Country: Czechia
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the following specific hazards and non-compliance issues based on the product’s ingredient list:
– Chemical Risk: The product contains the substance 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA).
– Health Effects: According to the recall notice, BMHCA is prohibited in cosmetic products because it:
– May harm the reproductive system.
– May harm the health of the unborn child.
– May cause skin sensitisation.
– Regulatory Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Note: The user-provided data also lists “Strangulation Hazard” in the “Hazards” field. This hazard is not mentioned anywhere in the source EU Safety Gate data provided. Therefore, based strictly on the source data, only the chemical risk from BMHCA is confirmed.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding what they should do with the product. The official measure has been ordered against the economic operator (retailer). Consumers who have purchased this specific product (Garnier COLOR NATURALS, shade 9.1, barcode 3600540176622) should:
– Stop using the product immediately.
– Check the product barcode to confirm if it matches the recalled item (3600540176622).
– Contact the retailer where the product was purchased for further guidance on returning or disposing of the product, as the official measure is directed at the retailer.
5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered by the notifying country (Czechia) is:
– Type of Measure: Destruction of the product.
– Economic Operator: The measure was ordered to a retailer.
– Date of Entry into Force: 29/04/2026.
No alternative remedy such as a refund, replacement, or repair is specified in the recall notice.
6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098885
– Notifying Country: Czechia
– Brand: Garnier (Manufacturer/Responsible Person details not specified in the recall notice)
– Retailer: Not specified in the recall notice (the measure was ordered to a retailer, but the specific retailer is not named).
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
Disclaimer: This record is compiled strictly from the provided EU Safety Gate data. For the most current information or specific consumer assistance, please contact the retailer of purchase or consult the official EU Safety Gate portal.
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 Hair dye?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01426/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Hair dye?
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 Hair dye?
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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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.