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Chemical Jewellery Serious risk

Earrings was recalled on 9 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00473/21. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product’s cadmium content is too high (80% by weight in the drop part of the earring).

Photo of recalled product: Earrings
Alert NumberA12/00473/21
BrandOYEFLY
CategoryJewellery
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberOhrstecker
Published9 April 2021

Risk Description

The product’s cadmium content is too high (80% by weight in the drop part of the earring). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, damages the kidneys and the bones and is carcinogenic. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Information for the economic operator (see CHM 17) responsible for the product.Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal of the online offer from the platform www.amazon.de.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Pair of drop earrings, golden with coloured sdecorations. The product is also sold online, in particular via Amazon.

🧪 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.

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