Steampunk earrings
| Alert Number | A12/00485/22 |
| Brand | Widmann |
| Category | Jewellery |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Steampunk-Ohrringe |
| Published | 1 April 2022 |
Risk Description
The product contains excessive amounts of cadmium and lead (measured values: 90% and 0.35% by weight, respectively). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, may damage the kidneys and the bones, and is carcinogenic. Lead is harmful to human health: it accumulates in the body, can induce developmental neurotoxicity and can also harm unborn or breastfed children. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Bronze-coloured ladies’ Steampunk earrings with cogs and springs. Product sold online.