Maycheer sun protection cream removed from online marketplaces over health risk
EU authorities had online listings removed for this product (Maycheer sun protection cream) after it was found to pose a health risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Cosmetic product intended to protect the skin from harmful UV radiation. Manufacturing date 18-04-2026, Expiry date 17-04-2030.
- Brand
- Maycheer
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- CG065
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Cosmetics
Why it's dangerous
The actual protection factor of the sunscreen is lower than declared (measured values lower than SPF 2). Consequently, the user will be under-protected against UV radiation increasing the risk of sunburns or skin cancer. Moreover, the product contains the preservatives. methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI), which are prohibited in leave-on products. These substances cause severe skin burns and eye damage, and may cause an allergic skin reaction. Additionally, the product contains formaldehyde, which is prohibited in cosmetics. Formaldehyde is a skin sensitiser and can trigger allergic reactions and may cause cancer.
What the authorities did
Source
Last synced 3 Oct 2026, 02:45 UTC. SafeCart is an independent company, not an EU body. This page summarises the official notice, which is the authoritative record.