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Boat JOHNTOY “Speed boat” — risk: environment
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1776/16
Summary
null The product poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the solder contains lead (measured value 35.7%).The product does not comply with the Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electric and electronic equipment.
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Product
- Battery operated (3x1,5V AA) plastic boat. Packaging: plastic and cardboard. On the cardboard is warning: Not suitable for children under 3 years due the danger of swallowing small parts; CE mark.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the solder contains lead (measured value 35.7%).The product does not comply with the Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electric and electronic equipment.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 25/11/2016
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