Jordan Food and Drug Administration Orders Withdrawal of Gel Nail Polish from Local Market
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The Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) announced the withdrawal of Gel Color nail polish products, including UV and hybrid gel polishes, after detecting the presence of TPO (Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide).اضافة اعلان
The JFDA confirmed that the decision includes banning the circulation of these products in the local market, stopping their import, suspending the registration of any new similar products, and instructing field inspection teams to monitor quantities held by distributors in preparation for their withdrawal.
Linked to European Decision
This Jordanian measure follows the European Union regulation (Regulation EU 2025/877), which bans the use of TPO in cosmetics as of September 1, 2025. The ban was issued after the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) classified TPO as a Category 1B substance, toxic to reproductive health. Previous reports highlighted the significant health risks of using TPO for consumers and workers in the cosmetics sector.
Local Measures
The JFDA emphasized that the decision aims to ensure the safety of cosmetic products in Jordan. It has circulated the decision to all relevant parties and confirmed its commitment to monitoring international health regulations and updates.
The authority also stopped accepting registration applications for any new products containing TPO, reflecting its commitment to rapid compliance with global regulatory developments.
Consumers are urged to report any concerns or complaints through official channels: the free hotline at 117114, email at [email protected]
, or WhatsApp at 0795632000. The JFDA stressed that consumer vigilance is essential in helping regulate the market and identifying suspicious or non-compliant products.
Health Risks of the Banned Substance
The ban on TPO comes after strong scientific evidence of its adverse health effects. Studies have shown it can severely affect fertility and reproductive functions, including reduced sperm count and reproductive cycle disturbances in laboratory tests.
Medical reports also indicate that TPO can irritate the skin when unpolymerized, potentially causing severe allergic reactions or even nail detachment. Inhalation of TPO fumes in beauty salons may irritate the nose and throat and could lead to long-term respiratory complications.
The JFDA’s decision underscores Jordan’s commitment to global health standards and consumer protection against potential risks from unsafe cosmetic materials.
The JFDA confirmed that the decision includes banning the circulation of these products in the local market, stopping their import, suspending the registration of any new similar products, and instructing field inspection teams to monitor quantities held by distributors in preparation for their withdrawal.
Linked to European Decision
This Jordanian measure follows the European Union regulation (Regulation EU 2025/877), which bans the use of TPO in cosmetics as of September 1, 2025. The ban was issued after the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) classified TPO as a Category 1B substance, toxic to reproductive health. Previous reports highlighted the significant health risks of using TPO for consumers and workers in the cosmetics sector.
Local Measures
The JFDA emphasized that the decision aims to ensure the safety of cosmetic products in Jordan. It has circulated the decision to all relevant parties and confirmed its commitment to monitoring international health regulations and updates.
The authority also stopped accepting registration applications for any new products containing TPO, reflecting its commitment to rapid compliance with global regulatory developments.
Consumers are urged to report any concerns or complaints through official channels: the free hotline at 117114, email at [email protected]
, or WhatsApp at 0795632000. The JFDA stressed that consumer vigilance is essential in helping regulate the market and identifying suspicious or non-compliant products.
Health Risks of the Banned Substance
The ban on TPO comes after strong scientific evidence of its adverse health effects. Studies have shown it can severely affect fertility and reproductive functions, including reduced sperm count and reproductive cycle disturbances in laboratory tests.
Medical reports also indicate that TPO can irritate the skin when unpolymerized, potentially causing severe allergic reactions or even nail detachment. Inhalation of TPO fumes in beauty salons may irritate the nose and throat and could lead to long-term respiratory complications.
The JFDA’s decision underscores Jordan’s commitment to global health standards and consumer protection against potential risks from unsafe cosmetic materials.
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