Variable speed rotary detail carver
Variable speed rotary detail carver was recalled on 9 February 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00045/24. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 73% by weight).
| Alert Number | INFO/00045/24 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 9 February 2024 |
Risk Description
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 73% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The plastic material of the cable has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 2% by weight). 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 Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POP).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 07/11/2023
Product Description
Electrical nail file with USB cable. Product sold online.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Variable speed rotary detail carver.
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.