Yoga Mat 3 mm
Yoga Mat 3 mm was recalled on 18 April 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0555/14. Environment risk reported by Sweden. This product poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the plastic of yoga mat contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) above the permitted levels (measured value up to 4.
| Alert Number | A12/0555/14 |
| Brand | Exerfit |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 18 April 2014 |
Risk Description
This product poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the plastic of yoga mat contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) above the permitted levels (measured value up to 4.9%). The product does not comply with the Commission Regulation 519/2012 on persistent organic pollutants (POP 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: 19/08/2013
Product Description
A blue 3 mm thick exercise mat made of blue PVC plastic.
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Yoga Mat 3 mm.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.