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BLACK OPIUM perfume — chemical risk (A12/02528/24)

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalSep 6, 2024
Photo from the official notice: BLACK OPIUM perfume — chemical risk (A12/02528/24)
Photo from the official notice: BLACK OPIUM perfume — chemical risk (A12/02528/24)
Photo from the official notice: BLACK OPIUM perfume — chemical risk (A12/02528/24)
Photo from the official notice: BLACK OPIUM perfume — chemical risk (A12/02528/24)

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tertbutylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA can damage the reproductive system, harm fetal health and cause skin sensitisation. Moreover, the perfume contains the allergenic fragrances d-limonene, linalool, benzyl alcohol, citronellol, geraniol, cinnamyl alcohol, farnesol, hexyl cinnamal and benzyl salicylate. These substances, which can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, are not indicated in the list of ingredients so consumers are not aware of their presence. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product — Retailer

Product description

Eau de parfum, natural spray, 85 ml. Manufacturing date: 2022/07/02, Expiry date: 2027/07/01

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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