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Naphthalene mothballs (Home Beauty) · Insect Repellent Mothballs

The product contains naphthalene, which is not authorised to be used in biocides. Naphthalene is irritant if inhaled or in contact with skin and might cause cancer. The product does not comply with the Biocidal…

Read the official notice → Naphthalene mothballs
Date
2025-03-21
Country
EU
Brand
Home Beauty
Product
Naphthalene mothballs
Classification
chemical
Category
Other
Source
EU Safety Gate

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  2. If yours matches, stop using it and keep it away from children.
  3. Follow the remedy in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the seller or maker. Many recalls also apply to items bought online.

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