Toy camera
Toy camera was recalled on 31 March 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00635/23. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) (measured value: up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00635/23 |
| Category | Gadgets |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 181/226014 |
| Published | 31 March 2023 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) (measured value: up to 0.2% by weight). SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 24/01/2023
Product Description
Pink plastic toy camera. Comes with white USB cable.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Toy camera.
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.