LED Mask Yellow
LED Mask Yellow was recalled on 28 April 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00907/23. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 18 % by weight) and cadmium (measured value: 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00907/23 |
| Brand | Joker |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 28 April 2023 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 18 % by weight) and cadmium (measured value: 0.11 % by weight). Lead and cadmium pose a risk to the environment. Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones and it 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).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 11/04/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/04/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall from retailersDate of entry into force: 11/04/2023
Product Description
White adult-size Halloween face mask with yellow LED strips across eyes and mouth.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to LED Mask Yellow.
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.