Alerts mentioning ZINC PYRITHIONE
Cosmetics reported through Safety Gate, the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products – mostly because they contain prohibited or restricted substances.
5,563 alerts since 2015
Most frequently reported substances
Pilgrim – Anti-Dandruff24 March 2026 · SR/00893/26 · Notified by: XI · Cosmetics setAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains pyrithione zinc, which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Pyrithione zinc may damage the unborn child, is toxic if swallowed, causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Additionally, the product contains allergens hydroxycitronellal, hexyl cinnamal, and limonene, but their presence is not indicated in the list of ingredients. Consumers are not aware of the presence and may suffer allergic reactions.
Official alert → Epionce – Lytic Tx, Lite Lytic Tx, Lytic Sport Tx, Restorative Hand Cream, Enriched Body Cream, Spot Gel29 October 2024 · A12/03058/24 · Notified by: Ireland · Cosmetic setAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains zinc pyrithione, which is prohibited in cosmetic products. Zinc pyrithione may damage the unborn child.
Official alert → INOAR – Argan Infusion9 August 2023 · A12/01806/23 · Notified by: Lithuania · Hair shampoo and conditionerAccording to the list of ingredients, the product contains pyrithione zinc, which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Pyrithione zinc may damage the unborn child, is toxic if swallowed, causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Official alert → Source: Safety Gate, European Commission. Descriptions are published by the notifying authorities in English.
