Nail polish: 1) Mirra lux nail-polish 09, 2) Mirra lux nail-polish 19.
Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
| Alert Number | 1039/08 |
| Brand | MIRRA LUX |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Estonia |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | Mirra lux nail-polish 09 (25/05/2006-001); Mirra lux nail-polish 19 (30/05/2006-002). |
| Published | 19 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The products pose a chemical risk because “Mirra lux 09” contains 6.24% and “Mirra lux 19" contains 6.17% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which is prohibited in cosmetics by the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC. Dibutyl phthalate may cause harm to the unborn child and lead to a possible risk of impaired fertility. Phthalates have a negative effect on the development of reproductive organs.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Nail polish in glass bottle. Approximate size of bottle: 20 x 70 mm.