Smartphone HAPPY KIDS
Smartphone HAPPY KIDS was recalled on 6 December 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/03361/24. Environment risk reported by Czechia. The product has excessive concentrations of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 79.
| Alert Number | A12/03361/24 |
| Brand | Happy People |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 6 December 2024 |
Risk Description
The product has excessive concentrations of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 79.1 % and 0.26% by weight, respectively). Lead and cadmium pose 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 11/10/2024
Product Description
Children's battery-powered plastic phone with a speech function and various ringtones.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Smartphone HAPPY KIDS.
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.