Light rope 240 white
Light rope 240 white was recalled on 19 June 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00892/20. Environment risk reported by Germany. The product contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00892/20 |
| Brand | Salcar |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | X000QNP4XH, 910043, 10m LED |
| Published | 19 June 2020 |
Risk Description
The product contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured up to 0.775% 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 (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 10/03/2020
Product Description
Transparent light hose with LED lamp, 10 m long with power connection. The light hose is rolled up on the outer packaging.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Light rope 240 white.
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.