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HuPop Kids Headphones - Cat Ear Headphones Foldable

Chemical, Environment Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

HuPop Kids Headphones - Cat Ear Headphones Foldable was recalled on 21 April 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00841/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. An internal cable in the product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 0.

Photo of recalled product: HuPop Kids Headphones - Cat Ear Headphones Foldable
Alert NumberA12/00841/23
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeChemical, Environment
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
BarcodeX001DL2KQZ
Published21 April 2023

Risk Description

An internal cable in the product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 0.31 % by weight). The solder in the product has an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 61 % by weight).SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation nor 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): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 14/12/2022

Product Description

Children's headphones. The product is sold online, in particular via Amazon. ASIN number: ‎ B094VQ2JMP

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to HuPop Kids Headphones - Cat Ear Headphones Foldable.

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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