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Nail modelling product "Purple Liquid Nail Supply

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk

Nail modelling product "Purple Liquid Nail Supply was recalled on 9 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0403/12. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 82% methyl metacrylate (MMA).

Photo of recalled product: Nail modelling product "Purple Liquid Nail Supply
Alert Number0403/12
BrandNail Supply 2000
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberUnknown
Published9 March 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because it contains 82% methyl metacrylate (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 top.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Nail modelling product "Purple Liquid Nail Supply .

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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