Växthus fristående
Växthus fristående was recalled on 24 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01406/22. Environment risk reported by Sweden. The transparent plastic contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) with measured value up to 0.
| Alert Number | A12/01406/22 |
| Category | Other - Garden product |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 24 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The transparent plastic contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) with measured value up to 0.99% 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 doesn't comply with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 15/06/2022
Product Description
A transparent plastic cover for a greenhouse made of PVC plastic. Product also sold online.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Växthus fristående .
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.