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Aspirateurs à points noirs

Chemical, Environment Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Aspirateurs à points noirs was recalled on 23 February 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00399/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 61.

Photo of recalled product: Aspirateurs à points noirs
Alert NumberA12/00399/24
BrandMy skin
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeChemical, Environment
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberTBD0512392 / C2017-01
Published23 February 2024

Risk Description

The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 61.2 % by weight). The plastic parts have an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 4.4 % by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment. DEHP may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) nor with the REACH regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

White electronic skin cleaner. Product sold online.

🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Aspirateurs à points noirs.

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.

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