EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Jewellery
Earrings Cocoo — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1198/16
Summary
null The metal of the earrings contains cadmium (measured value up to 85.6 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- Ear studs made of silver-coloured metal in the shape of wings with rhinestones.
What is the risk?
- null The metal of the earrings contains cadmium (measured value up to 85.6 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage organs and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
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