Road Leader
Road Leader was recalled on 14 January 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/00009/22. Environment risk reported by Malta. The solder contains an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 44.
| Alert Number | A11/00009/22 |
| Brand | Yidafeng |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Malta |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | YDF818A |
| Published | 14 January 2022 |
Risk Description
The solder contains an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 44.3% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toys Safety Directive and 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: 10/11/2021
Product Description
Remote controlled car
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Road Leader.
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.