Doubleshock 4 Wireless Controller
Doubleshock 4 Wireless Controller was recalled on 11 October 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02789/24. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have excessive concentrations of lead (measured value: 36.
| Alert Number | A12/02789/24 |
| Brand | 4Games |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | BGP-2016 |
| Published | 11 October 2024 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have excessive concentrations of lead (measured value: 36.63% by weight) and cadmium (measured value: 0.096% by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment, whereas cadmium, in addition, bio-accumulates. 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 26/09/2024
Product Description
Red, black and light grey game controller.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Doubleshock 4 Wireless Controller .
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.