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BubbleGunz ™

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BubbleGunz ™ was recalled on 2 June 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01323/23. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead and cadmium (measured values: up to 80 % and 0.

Photo of recalled product: BubbleGunz ™
Alert NumberA12/01323/23
CategoryToys
Risk TypeEnvironment
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberA 138989
Published2 June 2023

Risk Description

The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead and cadmium (measured values: up to 80 % and 0.15 by weight, respectively).Lead and cadmium pose 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 electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A toy gun that blows soap bubbles when a button is pushed. The product is sold online.

🌍 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a environment hazard related to BubbleGunz ™.

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.

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