Necklace

What is the danger

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.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the Regulation on persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: ImporterIn force from: 5 September 2023

Product

Description

Choker necklace with a heart pendant. Product sold online.

Barcode

7314280217748