Colombian company Masglo has suspended distribution of its UV-lamp cured semi-permanent nail polishes containing TPO, classified as carcinogenic by regional regulations. This action follows Resolution No. 2548 from the Andean Community, aligned with European bans. The firm now produces TPO-free versions.
Colombian nail polish leader Masglo has halted distribution of its UV-lamp cured semi-permanent nail polishes that include Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO). The decision stems from the recent classification of TPO and Dmpt as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to reproduction in cosmetic products.
The action aligns with Resolution No. 2548 from the Andean Community's General Secretariat (Sgcan), banning TPO in cosmetics across member countries: Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It incorporates European authority measures, including Regulation 2025/877 and Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009, effective from September 2025.
Distribution stopped on Wednesday, December 17. On December 18, Masglo launched a market recall for TPO-containing polishes, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (BPM) for cosmetics and current standards. The firm stressed clear technical guidelines and direct communication with commercial partners for efficient, safe, and responsible execution.
Notably, Masglo's local production has been TPO-free since September 1, 2025, when the European Union banned the ingredient. This covers its UV-cured semi-permanent line, as well as Masglo Tradicional, Masglo Gel Evolution, and Masglo Clinical lines, all without TPO.
Jorge Alfonso Bohórquez Yepes, general manager of Masglo Colombia, stated: "The company continues working on developing innovative formulas that meet the highest international standards and current regulations in all countries where we operate. We thank our users for their trust and reiterate our full willingness to fully collaborate with competent authorities during this implementation process."
