RUBLEV fotboll
RUBLEV fotboll was recalled on 24 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01857/21. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material of the ball contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1% by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/01857/21 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 24 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the ball contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1% by weight). SCCPs persistent in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate 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 taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 19/10/2021
Product Description
A black and white football. Product sold online.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to RUBLEV fotboll.
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.