Wristwatch

Chemical Jewellery Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Wristwatch
Alert NumberA12/0460/17
BrandSouris d'or
CategoryJewellery
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryDenmark
Country of OriginUnknown
Published14 April 2017

Risk Description

null The amount of nickel released by the ring is too high (6,1 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a sensitizer and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.Nickel release, from products with prolonged skin contact, above the limit set by the REACH legislation, is assessed to pose a serious risk to the people already sensitized nickel, and to increase the risk of sensibilization of more people in the population. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Wristwatch in black and golden metal, with black rubber watchband.

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