EU alerts on cosmetic products: March 2026

Figures to cite

• In March 2026, the European Commission published 42 Safety Gate alerts on cosmetic products, against 137 in February 2026 and 136 in March 2025. #
• Over twelve months (April 2025 to March 2026), 1,518 alerts were published, against 1,697 over the previous twelve months (-11%). #
• The most cited substance in March 2026 is BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL (23 alerts). #
• Czechia notified the most alerts in March 2026 (18). #
• 32 of these 42 alerts give a barcode. #