Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 22, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Shampoo and shower gel
Brand: Playboy VIP
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/01242/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Shampoo and shower gel |
| Brand | Playboy VIP |
| Country | Czechia |
| Case Number | SR/01242/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Strangulation Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry
Case Number: SR/01242/26
Notifying Country: Czechia
Source: EU Safety Gate Weekly Report
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1. Recall Summary
The notifying country of Czechia has reported a recall for a cosmetic product identified as a shampoo and shower gel. The product is marketed under the brand name Playboy VIP and is titled “2IN1 SHOWER GEL & SHAMPOO for him with a rich fragrance.” The recall was initiated due to the presence of a prohibited chemical ingredient in the product’s formulation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The recall notice was published on the EU Safety Gate system under case number SR/01242/26.
2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Shampoo and shower gel (combined 2-in-1 product)
– Brand: Playboy VIP
– Product Name: 2IN1 SHOWER GEL & SHAMPOO for him with a rich fragrance
– Volume: 250 ml
– Batch Number: 9079
– Barcode: 3607348578184
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: Spain
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies a chemical risk associated with this product. According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA – Lilial). This substance is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU regulations. The specific hazards associated with BMHCA, as stated in the recall notice, include:
– Potential damage to the reproductive system.
– Potential harm to the health of the unborn child.
– Potential to cause skin sensitisation.
The product is classified by the notifying authority as presenting a Serious risk level. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions directed at consumers regarding the return or disposal of the product. The official measure ordered by the competent authority is directed at the economic operator (retailer). Consumers who have purchased this specific product (Playboy VIP 2IN1 SHOWER GEL & SHAMPOO for him, batch 9079, 250 ml) should cease use immediately. For further guidance on returning the product or obtaining a remedy, consumers should contact the retailer from which the product was purchased.
5. Official Remedy
The official measure ordered by the relevant authority in Czechia is:
– Type of measure: Destruction of the product.
– Type of economic operator to whom the measure was ordered: Retailer.
– Date of entry into force of the measure: 16/04/2026.
No alternative remedy such as a refund, replacement, or recall from consumers is explicitly listed in the recall notice. The measure is directed at the retailer to destroy the existing stock.
6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country Authority: Czechia (specific agency name not specified in the recall notice).
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098707
– Product Image URL: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11006168
– Retailer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact the point of purchase for further information.
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 Shampoo and shower gel?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01242/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Shampoo and shower gel?
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 Shampoo and shower gel?
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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