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Bracelet "Beaded Bracelet"

Health risk / other Jewellery Serious risk

Bracelet "Beaded Bracelet" was recalled on 15 June 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0897/12. Health risk / other risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk to health because the bracelets are made from seeds, the internal contents of which contains the toxin Abrin.

Photo of recalled product: Bracelet "Beaded Bracelet"
Alert NumberA12/0897/12
CategoryJewellery
Risk TypeHealth risk / other
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginIndonesia
Model NumberUnknown
Published15 June 2012

Risk Description

The product poses a risk to health because the bracelets are made from seeds, the internal contents of which contains the toxin Abrin. With the outer seed coat pierced the toxin would be available rendering them extremely toxic if accidentally consumed.

Product Description

Beaded bracelet is made from seeds identified as having originated from the plant Abrus pectatorius. The bracelet comprised sixty two red and black round seeds which were strung together. A further two black seeds were connected to the tied ends. The beads/seeds present have an average diameter of a

🏥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a health risk / other hazard related to Bracelet "Beaded Bracelet".

About this risk

This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.

Recommended action

Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.

Who is at risk?

All consumers who have purchased this product.

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