Wristband with beads
Chemical Jewellery Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01043/23 |
| Category | Jewellery |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 12 May 2023 |
Risk Description
The crown-shaped metal piece on the bracelet has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 5% by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 02/05/2023
Product Description
Wristband with red, white and pink beads and some metal parts.