Electric Scrub
Electric Scrub was recalled on 5 May 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00973/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: 68 % by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00973/23 |
| Brand | Lilys |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 5 May 2023 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: 68 % by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment.The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) (measured values: 1.26 % and 0.11% by weight, respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.The plastic material also contains short chained chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) in excessive amounts (measured value: 2.4 % by weight) SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. 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) nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023
Product Description
Electric scrub. Product sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Electric Scrub.
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.