Exercise / Yoga mat
Exercise / Yoga mat was recalled on 3 February 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0092/17. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The product poses a risk for the environment because the plastic in the yoga mat contains up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/0092/17 |
| Brand | Iron Gym |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 3 February 2017 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk for the environment because the plastic in the yoga mat contains up to 0.8% short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP). The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs is banned. 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. The product does not comply with the Commission Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/01/2017
Product Description
Black yoga mat in soft plastic
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Exercise / Yoga mat.
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.