Outpicker · Bath bomb

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 lacks child-resistant fastening. Moreover, it has small parts (soap dinosaur). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. This product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation, and does not meet the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.

Published: 27 March 2026
Notifying authority: United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland
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: Importer. Category of measure(s): Import rejected at border. Date of entry into force: 02/10/2025

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: SR/00827/26

Classification

Category: Toys
Risk type: Chemical, Choking
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

Bath bomb powder inside a plastic bottle, 70 g, sold with a soap toy dinosaur.