Bluetooth headset til den aktive
Bluetooth headset til den aktive was recalled on 30 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00558/21. Environment risk reported by Norway. The plastic insulation of the USB cable contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 1.
| Alert Number | A12/00558/21 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Headset |
| Published | 30 April 2021 |
Risk Description
The plastic insulation of the USB cable contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 1.2% by weight). The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs are banned. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in aquatic life, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Written warningDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Wireless black and green sports headset equipped with a black USB cable for charging.The product was also sold online.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Bluetooth headset til den aktive.
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.