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🧸 Product CZ May 29, 2026

CHAT D'OR — Cleo

Eau de parfum, 100 ml.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
CHAT D'OR — Cleo
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Chemical
Category
Cosmetics
Hazard
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.
Origin
Poland

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Retailer) Destruction of the product
Barcode (GTIN): 5906074487684
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Recall in effect
A consumer product has been flagged as dangerous in CZ.
📈 Timeline
1 days active so far
May 30, 2026 May 30, 2026
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What is this? This is a perfume called Cleo made by CHAT D’OR. It has a chemical that should not be in cosmetics.

What's happening? The perfume contains a banned ingredient called BMHCA. This can harm health and unborn babies.

Does this affect me? Anyone using this perfume in the Czech Republic may be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using the product and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have concerns.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: 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. · Origin: Poland

First published
May 29, 2026
Last refreshed by us
5 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098961

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What is this product recall alert about?
CHAT D'OR — Cleo. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: 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 heal...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 29, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Czechia.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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