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🧸 Product IT November 29, 2024

Versace — Versus

Eau de parfum, 50 ml.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Versace — Versus
📷 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) 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.
Origin
Italy

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Distributor) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Barcode (GTIN): 8018365310506
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This alert was reported 545 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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11 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 28, 2026
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What is this? This is a perfume called Versace — Versus. It is a cosmetic product.

What's happening? The perfume contains two banned chemicals. These can harm health and cause skin reactions.

Does this affect me? Anyone who has this perfume may be at risk. It was sold in Italy.

What should I do? Stop using it. 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) 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. · Origin: Italy

First published
November 29, 2024
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10013656

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What is this product recall alert about?
Versace — Versus. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Cosmetics · Hazard: 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 cosmet...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on November 29, 2024 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Italy.
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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