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| Alert Number | A12/0805/15 |
| Brand | Kik |
| Category | Jewellery |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | No. 14-18 |
| Published | 3 July 2015 |
Risk Description
null The butterfly ear stud release an excessive quantity of nickel (measured value up to 25.8 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitizer and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/05/2015Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 22/05/2015
Product Description
Pack of four pairs of silver ear studs: one pair in the shape of a butterfly, the other three pairs are blue and white stones. Colours available: coral, purple, cobalt blue.The ear studs are attached to a grey cardboard label.