USB Fridge
USB Fridge was recalled on 1 December 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00155/23. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 0.
| Alert Number | INFO/00155/23 |
| Category | Gadgets |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 1 December 2023 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 0.26% by weight) and lead (measured value up to 36.8% by weight).Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment and lead poses a risk to the environment. 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).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 06/09/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 06/09/2023
Product Description
Black/grey benchtop USB fridge. Product sold online.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to USB Fridge.
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.