Sweet moments muffinsformer
Sweet moments muffinsformer was recalled on 16 September 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01289/22. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Norway. The product contains an excessive amount of Perfluorooctanic acid (PFOA) (measured value: 0,054 mg/kg) which comes in direct contact with food.
| Alert Number | A12/01289/22 |
| Category | Kitchen/cooking accessories |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 16 September 2022 |
Risk Description
The product contains an excessive amount of Perfluorooctanic acid (PFOA) (measured value: 0,054 mg/kg) which comes in direct contact with food. PFOAs can cause developmental and reproductive toxic effects and are carcinogenic.PFOA also persist in the environment, bioaccumulate 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): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 02/05/2022
Product Description
50 brown muffin forms wrapped in together. Product sold online.
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Sweet moments muffinsformer .
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: 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
Chemical: Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible. Environment: 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?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.