[Recalled] adjustable gothic & punk choker necklace black — The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-eth… | EU Safety Gate 2024-01-12

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 4% by weight), of short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: up to 3.6 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. 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. Moreover, the metal parts of he product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 0.02 % 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.

This Other types of alerts recall concerns Jewellery products distributed in Sweden and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.

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