LED Lichterschlauch
LED Lichterschlauch was recalled on 22 May 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00750/20. Environment risk reported by Germany. The product contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00750/20 |
| Brand | Salcar |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | X000WZ7SDX, Salcar 10m LED Licht, Hochzeit, Party |
| Published | 22 May 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured up to 0.265% by weight).SCCPs remain in the environment and are toxic to aquatic life in low concentrations. They bioaccumulate in humans and animals and thus pose a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POPs Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 10/03/2020Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 10/03/2020Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 10/03/2020
Product Description
Transparent light hose with LED lights, 10 m long with power connection. The light hose is rolled up inside the outer packaging.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to LED Lichterschlauch.
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.