Get notified about product recalls

Nail modelling product "Acrylic Liquid UP 2000 Pur

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Nail modelling product "Acrylic Liquid UP 2000 Pur was recalled on 9 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0402/12. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 83% methyl methacrylate (MMA).

Photo of recalled product: Nail modelling product "Acrylic Liquid UP 2000 Pur
Alert Number0402/12
BrandCharms Carrot
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberLIQ-000196
Published9 March 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 83% methyl methacrylate (MMA). In its "Health assessment of nail modelling cosmetics containing methyl metacrylate" of 22 December 2011, the Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR, Federal Institute for Risk Assessment) considers methyl metacrylate present in concentrations of 80-90 % in nail modelling cosmetics to be harmful to health due to the high intolerance potential, which can also cause ongoing damage to nails.

Product Description

Labelled, white plastic container with white plastic screw cap.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Nail modelling product "Acrylic Liquid UP 2000 Pur.

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.

View on EU Safety Gate →

Related Recalls

More from Charms Carrot

More Cosmetics recalls