Nail polish - O.P.I Nail lacquer

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Nail polish - O.P.I Nail lacquer
Alert Number0784/09
BrandO.P.I
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberO.P.I Nail Lacquer, 15 ml, Cara Mia Crimson K 68625 VR
Published19 June 2009

Risk Description

The products pose a chemical risk because the nail polish contains 6.3% of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) which is toxic to reproduction and which is prohibited in cosmetics under the Cosmetic Directive 76/768/EEC.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Seizure of the products and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Glass bottle with a printed label and a plastic screw-top fitted with a brush for applying the lacquer.

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