EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Cosmetics
Eau de toilette Shirley May DELUXE “Herman” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00515/26
Summary
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA). BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Moreover, the product contains the allergenic fragrance citral, which is not mentioned in the list of ingredients. Citral causes skin irritation and may cause an allergic skin reaction. The product…
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Product
Eau de toilette — Shirley May DELUXE
- Brand
- Shirley May DELUXE
- Name / model
- Herman · 905
- Batch number(s)
- SM105176D
- Barcode
- 6295124037856
- Category
- Cosmetics
- Eau de toilette, intended for men, 100 ml. Expiring date: 02/2028.
What is the risk?
- According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA). BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Moreover, the product contains the allergenic fragrance citral, which is not mentioned in the list of ingredients. Citral causes skin irritation and may cause an allergic skin reaction. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 07/02/2026
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