Get notified about product recalls

Touch of Color Nail Polish

Chemical Cosmetics Other risk levels

Touch of Color Nail Polish was recalled on 29 January 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00003/21. Chemical risk reported by The Netherlands. The product contains an excessive amount of n-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) (measured value: 110 µg/kg).

Photo of recalled product: Touch of Color Nail Polish
Alert NumberA11/00003/21
BrandTreffina
CategoryCosmetics
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
BarcodeEAN Code 8711603304687
Model NumberItem 82.201.02, Item 82.201.34
Published29 January 2021

Risk Description

The product contains an excessive amount of n-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) (measured value: 110 µg/kg). NDELA is a nitrosamine, which may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/12/2020

Product Description

Nail Polish

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Touch of Color Nail Polish.

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.

View on EU Safety Gate →

Related Recalls

More Cosmetics recalls