Nivea · Sun protect & bronze

According to the list of ingredients, the product contains 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.

Published: 31 January 2025
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: 27/02/2023

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: SR/00380/25
Batch: 622218748101247481012574

Classification

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

Product description

Sun protection and bronzing cream, with two different levels of sun protection, SPF 10 and 30, 200 ml.