Instant Cold™ neck fan
Instant Cold™ neck fan was recalled on 30 June 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01434/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders on the printed circuit board (PCB), a connection to battery and the USB cable have excessive concentrations of lead (measured values up to 62.
| Alert Number | A12/01434/23 |
| Brand | Fan |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 30 June 2023 |
Risk Description
The solders on the printed circuit board (PCB), a connection to battery and the USB cable have excessive concentrations of lead (measured values up to 62.7%, 71% and 0.34% by weight, respectively).Lead poses a risk to the environment.The plastic material in the cable has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 2.48%, 2.0% and 2.24% by weight, respectively).DEHP and DBP may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system.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. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive) nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
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: 17/01/2023
Product Description
Neck fan made of hard plastic. Product sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Instant Cold™ neck fan.
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.