Saddle cover
Saddle cover was recalled on 17 January 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00005/20. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The material of the product d contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1.
| Alert Number | INFO/00005/20 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 17 January 2020 |
Risk Description
The material of the product d contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 1.3 % 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 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.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType 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
Purple saddle cover made in PVC.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Saddle cover.
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.