BIKIGHT 2000lm Long Shoot Strong OSL Flashlight
BIKIGHT 2000lm Long Shoot Strong OSL Flashlight was recalled on 19 January 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00118/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to: 77 % by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00118/24 |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | L-830 |
| Published | 19 January 2024 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to: 77 % by weight). The plastic material of the cable has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values up to: 0,35 % and 0,04 % by weight, respectively). The plastic material also contains an excessive amount of SCCP (short chain chlorinated paraffines) Measured value up to 5,41 % Lead poses a risk to the environment. DEHP and DIBP may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system.SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. 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 Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ExporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 21/09/2023
Product Description
USB chargeable flashlight. Product sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to BIKIGHT 2000lm Long Shoot Strong OSL Flashlight.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.