Sales banned
Compulsory measure
Notified by Italy
Published 17 Mar 2026
SR/00802/26
Nivea body lotion banned from sale over chemical risk
EU authorities banned the sale of this product (Nivea body lotion) 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
- Body lotion, milk and tonic, 200 ml.
- Brand
- Nivea
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- Unknown
- Category
- Cosmetics
Why it's dangerous
Chemical
According to the list of ingredients, both products contain 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.
What the authorities did
Measure
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Type
Compulsory
Notified by
Italy
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/00802/26
View official notice ↗
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