TK Maxx issues urgent recall of perfume which could cause allergic reaction

TK MAXX has issued an urgent recall of a product, with shoppers warned it could cause an allergic reaction.

Customers have been urged to stop using the item, to avoid getting .

The Byblos Blu Happy Hour Eau De Toilette was sold in the department store between January and March, 2025, and has now been removed from shelves.

The perfume contained a chemical which is not authorised for use in , due to the risk of .

A safety notice reads: “This product contains Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, also known as Lyral or HICC, which is not authorised for use in cosmetics in Europe due to the risk of allergic reaction in sensitised individuals.

“If you have purchased this product, please stop using it immediately and return to any TK Maxx store.”

Anyone who is in possession of the product should head to their local TK Maxx store, where they will be able to get a full refund or replacement.

The product codes for the perfume are 898365, 898370, 898378.

Any queries about the recall should be directed to TK Maxx's customer service team, which can be reached via phone (01923 473561), or email ([email protected]).

Products are commonly recalled when they pose a risk to customers' .

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You won't need to bring a receipt.