Relief Koala
Environment Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/00438/25 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | DCMD5-KL086001 |
| Published | 31 January 2025 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have excessive concentrations of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 84.6 % and 0.46% by weight, respectively). Lead poses a risk to the environment. Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 04/12/2024
Product Description
Battery-operated plush koala with light and sound functions. Product sold online at several different drop shipping sites and marketplaces.