Nishman – SEASALT SPRAY22 July 2026 · SR/02096/26 · Notified by: Croatia · Hair spray
The product has an excessive concentration of benzoic acid (measured value: 0.76 %). Benzoic acid causes skin irritation.
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MEGLIO SFUSO – BAGNOSCHIUMA MUSCHIO BIANCO15 December 2022 · A12/01811/22 · Notified by: Slovakia · Shower gel
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Furthermore, the product contains benzoic acid (Sodium benzoate, measured value: 60, 4 mg/kg) and p-Chloro-m-Cresol (measured value: 189 mg/kg), but they are not included in the list of ingredients.
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