Electric plush toy, cactus
Electric plush toy, cactus was recalled on 21 February 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/00719/25. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 58% by weight).
| Alert Number | SR/00719/25 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | DF-6 |
| Published | 21 February 2025 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 58% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. 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: 28/01/2025
Product Description
Cactus shaped battery-operated toy, 30 cm in height.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Electric plush toy, cactus.
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.