EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Jewellery
Brooch with pearls EDCO “Unknown” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/2046/14
Summary
null The metal in the brooch contains excessive amounts of cadmium (measured value: 12 % by weight). Cadmium is classified as harmful if swallowed, if inhaled or if in contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- Brooch in silver colour with a dark pearl and three white rhinestones. Black plastic label with the brand.
What is the risk?
- null The metal in the brooch contains excessive amounts of cadmium (measured value: 12 % by weight). Cadmium is classified as harmful if swallowed, if inhaled or if in contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 01/08/2014
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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