EU alert · Safety Gate Risk: Other types of alerts Cosmetics
Nail varnish remover ibcccndc “Gel Polish Remover, Magic Remover, 10ml” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. INFO/00040/20
Summary
The product contains dichloromethane (measured value: 40 %).Dicholromethane affects the central nervous system, can impair the neuro- development and behaviour of the unborn child and might cause cancer when inhaled. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
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Product
- 10 ml of nail varnish remover gel.
What is the risk?
- The product contains dichloromethane (measured value: 40 %).Dicholromethane affects the central nervous system, can impair the neuro- development and behaviour of the unborn child and might cause cancer when inhaled. 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): The authority is in the process of ensuring corrective measures are taken.
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
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