LED Neck Reading Light
LED Neck Reading Light was recalled on 7 April 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00671/23. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The product has an excessive amount of lead and cadmium (measured value 65 % and 0,33 % by weight respectively).
| Alert Number | A12/00671/23 |
| Category | Gadgets |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 32/233950 |
| Published | 7 April 2023 |
Risk Description
The product has an excessive amount of lead and cadmium (measured value 65 % and 0,33 % by weight respectively). Lead and cadmium pose a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Directive on the restriction of the use of certainhazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2Directive).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023
Product Description
Black flexible plastic lamp. The product was sold online.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to LED Neck Reading Light.
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.