Pothook
Pothook was recalled on 27 March 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00463/20. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material in the suction sups contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 3 % by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/00463/20 |
| Brand | Fujian |
| Category | Other - Other |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 27 March 2020 |
Risk Description
The plastic material in the suction sups contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 3 % by weight). The placing on the market and use of articles containing SCCPs is banned. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the POP Regulation and the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Transparent plastic hooks with suctions cups made of transparent soft PVC plastic.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Pothook.
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.