Earrings
Earrings was recalled on 1 February 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00034/24. Chemical risk reported by Greece. The product releases an excessive amount of nickel (measured value up to 60 μg/cm²/week).
| Alert Number | INFO/00034/24 |
| Category | Jewellery |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 1 February 2024 |
Risk Description
The product releases an excessive amount of nickel (measured value up to 60 μg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 21/02/2023
Product Description
Stainless steel hoop earrings
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Earrings .
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.