Recalled products Safety Gate — EU safety alerts 2026
Safety Gate — EU product safety alert system (RAPEX)
Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX) is the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products. EU member states report products that pose a risk — from toys and electronics to cosmetics and clothing. The list below presents products recalled in the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) system that are relevant to the Polish market and is updated continuously.
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Latest recalled products from Safety Gate
Spray deodorant 90 ml
Contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) — prohibited in cosmetics; associated with reproductive harm and skin sensitization. Potential effects: reproductive harm, fetal harm, skin allergic reactions.
CHAT D'OR perfume, eau de parfum
Contains prohibited ingredient 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), a substance harmful to the reproductive system and a skin sensitizer. Potential effects: reproductive harm, risk to fetus, skin allergic reactions.
BIGTOYS plastic toy hammer 30 cm
Toy emits excessive sound level (up to 118.6 dB), exceeding toy safety standards. Potencjalne skutki: permanent or partial hearing loss.
Rexxer submersible water pump
Inadequate earthing, faulty insulation, undersized power cable and incorrect creepage/clearance distances — risk of electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock, injury, possible death.
Gel nail polish 5 g, Ocho Nails
Product contains banned TPO, which may harm the reproductive system, affect the unborn child, and cause skin allergic reactions. Potential effects: reproductive harm, risk to fetus, allergic skin reactions.
NeoNail gel nail polish 15 ml
Contains prohibited diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), a substance with reproductive toxicity and skin sensitization. Potential effects: reproductive harm, risk to unborn child, skin allergic reactions.
NeoNail Base Gel Nail Polish 15 ml
Contains diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), a prohibited cosmetic ingredient harmful to the reproductive system and causing allergic skin reactions. Potential effects: reproductive harm, fetal harm, allergic skin reactions.
Gel nail polish 15 ml NeoNail
Product contains diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (TPO), a substance prohibited in cosmetics; it may harm the reproductive system and cause skin allergic reactions. Potential effects: reproductive harm, skin allergic reactions.
Gel nail polish 13 ml - Indigo Professional
Contains prohibited TPO (diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide) — a substance harmful to the reproductive system and may trigger allergic skin reactions. Potential effects: reproductive harm, risk to fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Waterproof phone pouch (plastic)
Material contains phthalate bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) at approx. 13% w/w — substance harmful to the reproductive system. Potential effects: reproductive system damage, hormonal disruption.
Hair coloring mousse 75 ml Wats élysée
Contains banned compound 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), shown to be harmful to the reproductive system and a skin sensitizer. Potential effects: Reproductive harm, risk to fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Land Rover Range Rover (passenger car)
Oil leak from the turbocharger supply pipe creating a slippery road surface and increasing the risk of skidding and collisions for motorcyclists and cyclists. Potential effects: skid, collision, injury, accident.
Earring set 'my nanu'
Excessive cadmium content (0.013% by weight), a metal that accumulates in the body and can damage kidneys and bones and is carcinogenic. Potential effects: kidney and bone damage, increased cancer risk, toxic accumulation.
Eau de toilette GORDANO PARFUMS 100 ml
Contains the banned aldehyde BMHCA (2-(4-tert‑butylobenzyl) propionic aldehyde), reproductive toxicant and skin sensitizer. Potential effects: reproductive harm, skin allergic reactions.
Giraffe brooch - TATUUM
Excessive cadmium content (0.0168% w/w) — a toxic metal that accumulates in the body, damages kidneys and bones, and may be carcinogenic. Potential effects: chronic poisoning, kidney and bone damage, increased cancer risk.
Plastic tablecloth 90x130 cm FOLMAX
Excessive concentration of phthalate bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) — 3.91% by mass. Potential effects: reproductive harm, developmental disorders.
Scissor lift 2000 kg - CARMOTION
The product may collapse due to insufficient load resistance, posing a risk of platform failure and serious injuries to operators and nearby persons. Potential effects: injuries, fractures, serious harm.
Hair colouring mousse 75 ml Wats élysée
Contains prohibited BMHCA (2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl)propionaldehyde), a substance harmful to the reproductive system and capable of causing skin sensitization. Potential effects: reproductive harm, risk to fetus, skin allergic reactions.
Plastic ball
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) content up to 19.7% by weight exceeds permitted limits in toys. Potential effects: damage to the reproductive system in children.
Rattle AKUKU (plastic, beads)
The product contains detachable small beads that can be swallowed and may cause choking in young children. Potential effects: choking, asphyxiation.
XYWIN toy crossbow (plastic, elastic cord)
Risk of firing improvised projectile (e.g., a pencil) with excessive kinetic energy, posing eye or other bodily injuries. Potential effects: mechanical injuries, eye damage, fractures.
Set of 216 magnetic balls 5 mm
The toy contains small, strong magnets (up to 0.73 T2mm2) that can be swallowed and attract across intestinal walls. Potential effects: intestinal obstruction, perforation, serious injury.
Wooden stacking toy 8 pcs, H13.5cm
Unsecured protruding part (base pin), detachable small piece (orange disc) and too-small red ball which a child can put in the mouth and swallow. Potential effects: choking, suffocation.
White Bluetooth speaker with USB power cable, esperanza
Lead (up to 28.3% w/w) and cadmium (0.058% w/w) were detected in the solder joints, exceeding RoHS limits. Potential effects: environmental contamination, risk of exposure during disposal and recycling.
Blade mounting for Cedrus — flail-type cutting attachment with 2 chains
Screws or rivets fastening the chains may break and cause the chains to detach and strike the user, causing serious injuries. Potential effects: bodily injury, cuts, fractures.
Kraft&Dele inverter welder MIG275/MMA/TIG250
Insufficient cable cross-section and an under-rated plug can cause cable overheating, insulation failure and exposure of live parts. Potential effects: electric shock, burns, life-threatening risk.
Scissor lift 1500 kg - CARCOMMERCE
The crank may break during lifting, causing the load to fall and injure the user. Potential effects: fractures, injuries, crushing.
Plastic tablecloth (euromat)
Excessive concentration of the phthalate DEHP (bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate) up to 1.44% w/w in the plastic material. Potential effects: reproductive system damage, endocrine disruption.
Black office chair, adjustable armrests
The chair is unstable; the seat support structure may deform or break, potentially causing tipping and injuries. Potential effects: injuries to the user.
Urgent protective gloves
Gloves do not provide abrasion protection and may easily tear, increasing the risk of cuts and injuries. Potential effects: cuts, mechanical injuries, loss of protection.
Battery charger Delta redox
Insufficient insulation; exposed live parts; risk of electric shock. Potential consequences: electric shock, injuries, in extreme cases death.
Set of plastic whistles with cord
Small parts pose a choking hazard; sound pressure level up to 118.9 dB may cause hearing loss. Potential effects: choking, permanent or partial hearing loss.
Triumph motorcycle
Risk of engine failure due to internal damage caused by disrupted oil flow. Potential consequences: increased risk of accidents and injuries.
Soft keychain toy (POP MART)
Detachable small parts: metal ring and right hand, choking hazard. Potential effects: choking, suffocation.
Eyelash serum 4 Long Lashes
Contains bimatoprost (measured up to 0.055%), a medicinal active ingredient requiring ophthalmologist supervision; use may cause ocular adverse effects and is contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Potential effects: eye irritation, visual disturbances, risk to fetus.
Interactive plastic toy (detachable parts)
Small detachable parts (rubber-like "ears") can easily detach and pose a choking and airway obstruction risk for young children. Potential effects: choking, suffocation, injury.
Soft toy 15 cm (Inkari)
Small parts (plastic eyes) detach easily and can be swallowed or obstruct airways. Potential effects: choking, suffocation.
Soft battery-powered toy (Velcro battery compartment) - SHEIN
Electrical wires in the battery compartment secured only by Velcro can form a loop causing strangulation; small filling parts may be swallowed and cause choking. Potential effects: suffocation, choking, injury.
Wall light with 24V 2A driver (100–240V)
Insufficient wire insulation causing contact with metal parts; live parts may be accessible. Potential effects: electric shock, injury, risk of serious harm.
Ceiling lamp 85-265V 60W (TEMU 601099578195766)
Cable not properly anchored; conductors protected only by basic insulation contact sharp edges. If insulation is damaged, a user may touch live parts. Potential effects: electric shock, burns, injury.
Teether for children (SHEIN)
The plastic bead attached to the cord can detach, be swallowed and cause choking in a young child. Potential effects: choking, asphyxiation.
Plastic wind-up toy (SHEIN sl2411253255422433)
Small, easily detachable plastic parts (wings) pose a choking hazard for young children. Potential effects: choking, suffocation.
Ceiling lamp 85–265V (sold online, TEMU)
Wires with only basic insulation contact metal parts; accessible live parts can be touchable. Potential effects: electric shock, injuries, in extreme cases life-threatening.
Ceiling lamp (TEMU 60110028790458)
Wires with only basic insulation contact metal parts; if insulation is damaged live parts may be accessible. Potential consequences: electric shock, injury, life‑threatening risk.
Children's tricycle (pink/blue)
Insufficient mechanical strength; parts may detach. Gaps between moving parts create a risk of entrapment and injury to a child's leg. Potential effects: injuries, abrasions, fractures.
Soft toy capybara — small detachable parts
Small, easily detachable parts (plastic cords) can detach and become choking items. Potential effects: choking and asphyxiation in small children.
Protective gloves ATG
The gloves do not provide abrasion protection and can easily tear during use, exposing hands to mechanical injury. Potential effects: abrasions, cuts, injuries, loss of hand protection.
Le Coq dishwashing liquid 1L
Excessive concentration of preservatives methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone (MCI/MI) — risk of severe skin burns, eye damage and contact allergic reactions. Potential effects: skin burns, eye damage, contact allergic reactions.
Fabric toy book with handle - Askato
Protruding red plastic handle that can be placed in the mouth or detach and form an airway-obstructing piece. Potential effects: choking, suffocation, injury.
Scissor lift 1500 kg VERKE
Insufficient load-bearing capacity of scissor lift components, risk of collapse and tipping. Potential effects: bodily injuries, fractures, crushing.
BIGTOYS toy gun set
Small parts (foam projectiles) detach easily and can be swallowed by young children. Potential effects: choking, suffocation, internal injury.
Scissor lift 1500 kg (Geko)
The product has insufficient load-bearing strength and a risk of structural failure leading to collapse or tipping of the lift. Potential effects: serious injuries, crushing, death.
BIG TOYS toy set (gun, bow, suction‑cup darts)
Suction cups can detach and be swallowed or placed in the mouth; the dart may hit the eye and cause eye injury. Potential effects: choking, eye injuries and vision damage.
Borderline Editions magnetic toy (magnetic stones with string)
Small high-flux magnets (up to 107.9 kG2mm2); if swallowed they can attract each other across intestines causing obstruction or perforation. Potential effects: intestinal obstruction, perforation, serious internal injury, life-threatening.
Bicycle wheels SWISS SIDE (DT Swiss ID ≥2740000)
Spontaneous delamination of carbon layers in the rim leading to loss of structural integrity and risk of wheel failure during use. Potential effects: injury, fall, serious harm.
Ford passenger car / light commercial vehicle
Reversing camera may freeze, giving a false impression of a clear area behind the vehicle; warning messages and loss of screen-controlled functions may occur. Potential effects: collisions and injuries.
DT SWISS bicycle wheels (selected series)
Possible spontaneous delamination of carbon rim layers leading to loss of load-bearing capacity and sudden wheel failure. Potential effects: increased risk of accidents and injuries.
Universal travel adapter white - LECHPOL
Live conductive parts are easily accessible and can be touched, creating a risk of electric shock. Potential effects: electric shock, burns, injuries.
PartyDeco balloons (6 pcs)
The rubber releases excessive levels of nitrosamines (1.78 mg/kg), a carcinogenic substance; children may be exposed via touch or mouthing. Potential effects: cancer, dermal exposure, poisoning risk if ingested.
Perfume LUXURE PARFUMES 100 ml
Contains prohibited ingredient BMHCA (2-(4-tert‑butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde) — substance that may damage the reproductive system and cause skin sensitization. Potential effects: poisoning, reproductive harm, allergic skin reactions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Safety Gate?
Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX) is the EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products. Member states report products that pose a risk, from toys and electronics to cosmetics and clothing.
What to do if you bought a recalled product?
Stop using or consuming the product immediately. Most recalled products can be returned to the store for a full refund, even without a receipt. On each alert page you will find a direct link to the official report with detailed information from the authorities.
What to do if you have this product?
A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.
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Do not eat or use the product
Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.
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Check the batch number and expiry date
Compare the batch/lot number and the best-before or expiry date with the details in the alert — sometimes only specific batches are affected.
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Return it to the shop
You can take the product back to the shop where you bought it. For a safety recall a refund is due even without a receipt.
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Get help and report it
If you feel unwell after using the product, contact a doctor. You can also report the case to the relevant authority — GIS, GIF or UOKiK.
General guidance for recalled products in Poland. Always follow the specific instructions in the official alert and from the manufacturer or retailer.