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Schwarzkopf/Taft hair gel — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalFeb 6, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Schwarzkopf/Taft hair gel — chemical risk
Photo from the official notice: Schwarzkopf/Taft hair gel — chemical risk

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

Hazard

According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product — Retailer (21/01/2026)

Product description

Hair gel, 150 ml.

Matching notices: same barcode or model

Other official notices (EU, U.S. or UK) with the same barcode, or the same brand and model number. Check the details: a match is a strong hint, not proof that it is the same product.

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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