Decoration tree LED
Decoration tree LED was recalled on 4 January 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/2008/18. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic feet contain short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs).
| Alert Number | A12/2008/18 |
| Brand | Konstsmide |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 3377-600 |
| Published | 4 January 2019 |
Risk Description
The plastic feet contain short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs). (measured value up to 1.5%). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POPs Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/06/2018
Product Description
Decorative tree (brown) with white LED. 1x0.6 m. Only the old batches (already sent to destruction) are affected in this withdrawal. The package is marked with LiYang Wonderland.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Decoration tree LED.
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.