Rainbow balls light garland
Rainbow balls light garland was recalled on 10 April 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00560/20. Environment risk reported by Luxembourg. The cable insulation contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00560/20 |
| Brand | Neoly |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Luxembourg |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 38-1L-004 |
| Published | 10 April 2020 |
Risk Description
The cable insulation contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.71%).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 Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 11/03/2020
Product Description
12 polyester rainbow balls light garland - 162 cm - 2 AA batteries needed, not included
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Rainbow balls light garland.
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.