Electric toothbrush

What is the danger

The plastic material of the cord has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), lead and short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 1.7%, 0.34% and 1.6% by weight, respectively). Moreover, the solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 60.9% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. DEHP poses a risk to human health and the environment. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer.

Requirements breached

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 Directive) nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 17 September 2024
2. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: ManufacturerIn force from: 17 September 2024

Product

Description

Electric toothbrush. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress.

Packaging

Plastic bag.

Model / type

DGU017