Nail polish - O.P.I Nail lacquer
Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0784/09 |
| Brand | O.P.I |
| Category | Cosmetics |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | O.P.I Nail Lacquer, 15 ml, Cara Mia Crimson K 68625 VR |
| Published | 19 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.