Calvin Klein eau de toilette banned from sale over chemical risk
EU authorities banned the sale of this product (Calvin Klein eau de toilette) after it was found to pose a chemical risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Eau de toilette, intended for men, 50 ml.
- Brand
- Calvin Klein
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- 65094000000
- Made in
- France
- Category
- Cosmetics
Why it's dangerous
According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA - Lilial) and 3- and 4-(4-hydroxy-4-methylpentyl) cyclohex-3-ene-1-carbaldehyde (HICC), 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. HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction.
What the authorities did
Source
Last synced 3 Oct 2026, 01:45 UTC. SafeCart is an independent company, not an EU body. This page summarises the official notice, which is the authoritative record.