Man Close 2

Summary Man Close 2 Eau de Toilette (100 ml) is being recalled because it contains BMHCA, a chemical banned in cosmetic products that can harm reproductive health, unborn children, and cause skin sensitization. The product does not meet EU cosmetic regulations and was distributed in Czechia. Retailers have been ordered to destroy the product effective April 29, 2026.

Recalling firm

PRIVATE LABEL

Product

Eau de toilette, 100 ml. MAN CLOSE 2. Defect: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer Category of measure(s): Destruction of the product Date of entry into force: 29/04/2026

Reason

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.

Classification

Class I

Category

consumer product recall

Country

European Union

Agency

SAFETY-GATE

Recall date

2026-05-22

Status

Ongoing

Areas affected

CZ

Distribution

Czechia

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/8ca50ecd-7309-4925-9d22-134532ff2ffb