Audio cable
Audio cable was recalled on 19 January 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00020/24. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 27% by weight).
| Alert Number | INFO/00020/24 |
| Brand | Not specified |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | M27 |
| Published | 19 January 2024 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 27% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electricaland electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 21/12/2023
Product Description
White USB cable.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Audio cable .
About this risk
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
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?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.