Insect Repellent Mothballs
Chemical Chemical products Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/00968/25 |
| Brand | Home Beauty |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 21 March 2025 |
Risk Description
The product contains naphthalene, which is not authorised to be used in biocides. Naphthalene is irritant if inhaled or in contact with skin and might cause cancer. The product does not comply with the Biocidal Products Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 27/11/2024
Product Description
Mothballs. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0BYVZK9JW).