Emergency radio

What is the danger

The product has an excessive concentration o lead in solders (measured value up to 73.8 % by weight). The plastic material of the cord has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 0.8%, 1,65% and 2.1 % by weight, respectively). Lead poses a risk to the environment. DEHP and DBP pose 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 nor with the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Voluntary measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 11 December 2024

Product

Description

Black emergency radio

Packaging

Cardboard box.

Brand

Multifunction Outdoor

Model / type

366