On February 13, 2025, the European Commission reported an incident involving hair gel foam products that were found to contain allergens. Specifically, the substances Lilial and Lyral were detected in the formulation of these products. The issue originated in Austria, leading to concerns regarding consumer safety and allergen exposure.
This incident falls under the category of Other incident and is classified within the Hazard Category of allergens. The detection of these substances is significant, as both Lilial and Lyral are known allergens that may cause adverse reactions in sensitive individuals.
Consumers are advised to be aware of this issue and to check product labels for the presence of these allergens. The European Commission continues to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary to ensure consumer safety in relation to the hair gel foam products affected by this incident.