USB Heating gloves
USB Heating gloves was recalled on 1 December 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02950/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 41 % by weight).
| Alert Number | A12/02950/23 |
| Brand | Froster |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Not specified |
| Published | 1 December 2023 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: up to 41 % by weight).The product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: 1.5 % by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment.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: 12/10/2023
Product Description
USB-chargeable heated gloves. The product is sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to USB Heating gloves.
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.