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🧸 Product MT July 7, 2023

INTESA — Intesa Parfum Deodorant Spray super sex

Deodorant spray 125ml

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
INTESA — Intesa Parfum Deodorant Spray super sex
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Chemical
Category
Cosmetics
Hazard
According to the list of ingredients, this product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation.
Origin
Italy

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
Barcode (GTIN): 8003510008667
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This alert was reported 1055 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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10 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 27, 2026
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What is this? This is a perfume deodorant spray called Intesa Parfum Deodorant Spray super sex. It is a cosmetic product.

What's happening? The spray contains a chemical called BMHCA. This chemical is not allowed in cosmetics. It may harm the reproductive system, harm unborn babies, or cause skin reactions.

Does this affect me? If you have used this spray in Malta, you may be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using the spray right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.

🤖 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, this product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the health of the unborn child and may cause skin sensitisation. · Origin: Italy

First published
July 7, 2023
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10009460

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What is this product recall alert about?
INTESA — Intesa Parfum Deodorant Spray super sex. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: According to the list of ingredients, this product contains 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA) which use is forbidden in cosmetic products. BMHCA may harm the reproductive system, may harm the...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on July 7, 2023 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Malta.
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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