Electric vibration massager / Massageapparat för kroppen
Electric vibration massager / Massageapparat för kroppen was recalled on 7 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00031/22. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The charger cable contains an excessive amount of short chain chlorinated paraffin (SCCPs), di- (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 3.
| Alert Number | A12/00031/22 |
| Brand | Fhen Liang |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | XF-70 |
| Published | 7 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The charger cable contains an excessive amount of short chain chlorinated paraffin (SCCPs), di- (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 3.69%, 1.93% and 1.62% by weight, respectively). Two solders contain an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 63.8% by weight).Phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans. Lead is harmful to the environment The product does not comply with the the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation and with the requirements of the Commission 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): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 12/07/2021
Product Description
Hand-held electric body massager. Product also sold onine.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Electric vibration massager / Massageapparat för kroppen.
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.