Wireklämma ('crimp')

Chemical Jewellery Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Wireklämma ('crimp')
Alert NumberA12/2017/14
BrandUnknown
CategoryJewellery
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number4234-1135
Published19 December 2014

Risk Description

null The metal material in the crimp releases up to 6.3 µg/cm2/week nickel, exceeding the limit value of 0.5 µg/cm²/week. Nickel is a strong sensitizer and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/08/2014

Product Description

Crimp beads for jewellery making, 2mm in diameter. Black oxidized. Packed in a small plastic package containing 100 beads.

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