[Recalled] Electric Kettle — The migration of lead from the PVC cable insulation is too high (measured value… | EU Safety Gate 2025-12-12
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Electric Kettle |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | HERZBERG |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | SR/04329/25 |
| Country of notice | Belgium |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notice date | 12 December 2025 |
| EAN / barcode | 5404035003886 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The migration of lead from the PVC cable insulation is too high (measured value up to 3,600 mg/kg). Lead poses a risk to the environment.Moreover, the plastic of the product has an excessive has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 49 g/kg, 11 g/kg and 16 g/kg, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
This Serious risk recall concerns Electrical appliances and equipment products distributed in Belgium 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
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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