USB focusing flashlight
USB focusing flashlight was recalled on 19 January 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00011/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 77% by weight).
| Alert Number | INFO/00011/24 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Barcode | Unknown |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 19 January 2024 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 77% by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment.The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: 0.71 %, 0.31% and 1.5% by weight, respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system.SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. 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) nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 14/08/2023
Product Description
Flashlight with USB. Product sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to USB focusing flashlight.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.