Wireless headset

Chemical, Environment Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Wireless headset
Alert NumberA12/1726/19
BrandUnknown
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeChemical, Environment
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberStereo sound & ultra compact
Published22 November 2019

Risk Description

The metal solder contains an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 36.25% by weight).The black cord and the artificial leather contain short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 3.55% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment.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 article does not comply he requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive) and with the Regulation on 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: Unknown

Product Description

Black and orange foldable headphones in a black cardboard packaging. The product was sold online (in particular via Aliexpress).

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