Nail polishers

Chemical Cosmetics Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Nail polishers
Alert Number0381/07
BrandN.Y.C.
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryEstonia
Country of OriginUnited States
Model Number1. N.Y.C. Sheer French manicure Nail Enamel 144A Swept Away, Bar code 074170171754,2. N.Y.C. Sheer French manicure Nail Enamel 145A Cozy Cottage, Bar code 074170171761,3. N.Y.C. Sheer French manicure Nail Enamel 147A Kisses, Bar code 074170171785,4. N.Y.C. Sheer French manicure Nail Enamel 148A Magic Moments, Bar code 074170171792, 5. N.Y.C. Sheer French manicure Nail Enamel 149A Candlelight, Bar code 074170171808,6. N.Y.C. Extra Shine Top Coat 271A, Bar code 074170151213,7. N.Y.C. Clear Nail Hardener 270A,Bar code 074170151206,8. N.Y.C. Smooth & Hydrate Ridge Filler 275A, Bar code 074170151251
Published4 May 2007

Risk Description

These products pose a serious chemical risk because they contain dibutyl phthalate (written on the list of ingredients), which is prohibited in cosmetics by the Cosmetics Directive as it may cause harm to unborn children and poses a risk of impaired fertility.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Different nail polishes in 13,3 ml glass bottles with dimensions: height 75 mm, diameter 25 mm

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