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Boucle d'oreilles en alliage de zinc avec 3 couches de strass

Chemical Jewellery Serious risk

Boucle d'oreilles en alliage de zinc avec 3 couches de strass was recalled on 6 September 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02553/24. Chemical risk reported by France. The product has an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: 15%, by weight).

Photo of recalled product: Boucle d'oreilles en alliage de zinc avec 3 couches de strass
Alert NumberA12/02553/24
CategoryJewellery
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberPAP22 - X2076
Published6 September 2024

Risk Description

The product has an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: 15%, by weight). Moreover, The rate of nickel release is too high (measured value up to: 0.42 µg/cm²/week).Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity and may affect breast-fed or unborn children.Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 16/07/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 10/07/2024

Product Description

Pair of golden metal earrings with rhinestones. Product sold online.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Boucle d'oreilles en alliage de zinc avec 3 couches de strass.

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.

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