Flashlight rubber
Flashlight rubber was recalled on 8 November 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00124/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material of the product has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and lead (measured values up to 25.
| Alert Number | INFO/00124/24 |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 8 November 2024 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and lead (measured values up to 25.2% and 0.15% by weight, respectively).This phthalate poses a risk to human health and the environment. Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with 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: Unknown
Product Description
Rubber flashlight.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Flashlight rubber.
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.