Navel piercing "bananas with two pink stones"
Navel piercing "bananas with two pink stones" was recalled on 30 July 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01138/21. Chemical risk reported by Germany. The small beads of the navel piercing release an excessive quantity of nickel (measured values: up to 2.
| Alert Number | A12/01138/21 |
| Category | Jewellery |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Art.Nr.14002 |
| Published | 30 July 2021 |
Risk Description
The small beads of the navel piercing release an excessive quantity of nickel (measured values: up to 2.29 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 28/06/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 28/06/2021Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 28/06/2021
Product Description
Belly button piercing, to be placed on the navel, consisting of a curved pin with a large and small bead screwed to the ends of the pin; each ball end bearing a pink decorative stone.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Navel piercing "bananas with two pink stones".
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.