adjustable gothic & punk choker necklace black
adjustable gothic & punk choker necklace black was recalled on 12 January 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00007/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 4% by weight), of short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: up to 3.
| Alert Number | INFO/00007/24 |
| Category | Jewellery |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 12 January 2024 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 4% by weight), of short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: up to 3.6 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Moreover, the metal parts of he product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 0.02 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/09/2023
Product Description
Choker necklace with a heart pendant. Product sold online.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to adjustable gothic & punk choker necklace black .
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. Environment: Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.