EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Jewellery
Earrings Fashion “Unknown” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1484/13
Summary
null The product poses a chemical risk due to the release of 140-150 μg/cm²/week of nickel from the metallic parts of the earring. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- A pair of "oriental style" golden metallic earrings decorated with several diamond-like plastic particles. Attached in a white plastic label with text "Fashion" and enclosed in a transparent plastic bag.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a chemical risk due to the release of 140-150 μg/cm²/week of nickel from the metallic parts of the earring. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 16/10/2013
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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