Electric Lunch box for cars
Electric Lunch box for cars was recalled on 5 May 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00963/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The product has an excessive concentration of lead in the plastic of the charger cable (measured values up to 0,25% by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00963/23 |
| Brand | Innovagoods |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | V0100815 |
| Published | 5 May 2023 |
Risk Description
The product has an excessive concentration of lead in the plastic of the charger cable (measured values up to 0,25% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment.The plastic of the charger cable also has an excessive concentration of phthalates dibutyl phthalate (DBP), bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value up to 0.6%, 3.1 and 0.8 % by weight)These phthalates may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor 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 taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 21/12/2022
Product Description
Electrical heated lunch box made out of plastic. The product is also sold online.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Electric Lunch box for cars.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: 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
Chemical: 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. Environment: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.