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Art nails

Chemical Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Art nails was recalled on 17 April 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0505/15. Chemical risk reported by Romania. The notifying country qualified the glue as a cosmetic product.

Photo of recalled product: Art nails
Alert NumberA12/0505/15
BrandLa Mei La
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryRomania
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published17 April 2015

Risk Description

The notifying country qualified the glue as a cosmetic product. The glue contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which is classified as toxic to reproduction. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 09/02/2015

Product Description

Set of plastic 10 finger false nails with glue in a red tube supplied in a plastic bag.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Art nails.

About this risk

This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.

Who is at risk?

Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.

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