Lantern with ghost
Lantern with ghost was recalled on 28 February 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/00762/25. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 80% by weight).
| Alert Number | SR/00762/25 |
| Brand | Festive |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 28 February 2025 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 80% by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment. 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).
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: 12/12/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 12/12/2024
Product Description
Battery-operated plastic lantern, about 40 cm in height. Bulb in the shape of a ghost, intended as Halloween decoration.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Lantern with ghost.
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.