Jewellery set

What is the danger

The product contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measure value: up to 87% by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidney and bones, and it may cause cancer. It also contains an excessive amount of lead (measured value: up to 13% by weight). Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity and may also affect breast-fed or unborn children. Additionally, the product releases an excessive amount of nickel (measured values up to: 75 µg/cm2/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Voluntary measuresTaken by: Other

Product

Description

Gold-coloured metal jewellery set comprising: a pair of earrings, a ring, a bracelet and a necklace, all matching. The product was sold online, in particular via Wish.

Packaging

Transparent plastic bag.

Model / type

A01-09-05 NJ031