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Curls up

Environment Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Curls up was recalled on 19 July 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1080/19. Environment risk reported by Slovenia. The solders contain an excessive amount of lead (measured values up to 35% by weight ).

Photo of recalled product: Curls up
Alert NumberA12/1080/19
BrandEFALOCK
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeEnvironment
Notifying CountrySlovenia
Country of OriginUnknown
Model Number32 mm
Published19 July 2019

Risk Description

The solders contain an excessive amount of lead (measured values up to 35% by weight ). Lead poses a risk to the environment.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Commission 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): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/06/2019

Product Description

Hair curler sold in a cardboard box

🌍 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a environment hazard related to Curls up.

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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