Arval · Activap

According to the list of ingredients, the product contains, 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) and hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (HICC), substances which are prohibited in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation, while HICC may cause an allergic skin reaction. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.

Published: 22 November 2024
Notifying authority: Italy
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: Distributor. Category of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures. Date of entry into force: 10/07/2023

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/03226/24
Batch: 2706
Check-digit validated barcodes: 8025935270061

Classification

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

Product description

Face cream