ELODE · ELODE FOR MAN RICH EAU DE TOILETTE

According to the list of ingredients the product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. Moreover, the perfume contains the fragrances citronellol, hexyl cinnamal, benzyl benzoate, benzyl salicylate (measured values: 0.0015%, 0.0032%, 0.0044% and 0.0062% by weight, respectively). Since these substances, which can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, are not indicated in the list of ingredients, consumers are not aware of their presence. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Published: 27 October 2023
Notifying authority: Czechia
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 04/10/2023

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Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/02552/23
Batch: 18990204 B1 072020
Check-digit validated barcodes: 5201314127352

Classification

Category: Cosmetics
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: France

Product description

Eau de toilette in a clear glass bottle with a golden cap.