[Recalled] Micro pigment gray — The product has an excessive concentration of lead and has nickel (measured val… | EU Safety Gate 2023-03-03
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Micro pigment gray |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | BioTouch |
| Category | Chemical products |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | A12/00444/23 |
| Country of notice | Sweden |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Chemical |
| Notice date | 03 March 2023 |
| EAN / barcode | 06291041036843 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The product has an excessive concentration of lead and has nickel (measured values: 1.7 mg/kg and 0.66 mg/kg, respectively).Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body and may affect breast-fed or unborn children. The product is missing the precautionary statement "Contains nickel. Can cause allergic reactions.", which may lead to allergic responses in sensitized individuals. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
This Serious risk recall concerns Chemical products 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
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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