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gigitube 6 Stück Hip Hop Gold Kette, Hip Hop Dollar Halskette, Dollarzeichen Anhänger

Chemical Jewellery Serious risk

gigitube 6 Stück Hip Hop Gold Kette, Hip Hop Dollar Halskette, Dollarzeichen Anhänger was recalled on 16 April 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00507/21. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The product's pendant contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured values: up to 90 % by weight).

Photo of recalled product: gigitube 6 Stück Hip Hop Gold Kette, Hip Hop Dollar Halskette, Dollarzeichen Anhänger
Alert NumberA12/00507/21
Brandgigitube
CategoryJewellery
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published16 April 2021

Risk Description

The product's pendant contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured values: up to 90 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidney and bones, and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Information [sent] to the responsible Chinese economic operatorDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Necklace, gold-coloured with dollar-sign pendant. The product was also sold online, in particular via Amazon.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to gigitube 6 Stück Hip Hop Gold Kette, Hip Hop Dollar Halskette, Dollarzeichen Anhänger .

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.

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