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Pencil case LiveLife “Pencil case 3D” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1523/19
Summary
The 3D plastic on the product contains an excessive amount cadmium (measured value up to 0,04 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and it may cause cancer.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Pencil case — LiveLife
- Brand
- LiveLife
- Name / model
- Pencil case 3D
- Batch number(s)
- 5055727543243
- Category
- Stationery
- Pencil case made of fabric decorated with a 3d print with marine animals.
What is the risk?
- The 3D plastic on the product contains an excessive amount cadmium (measured value up to 0,04 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, 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): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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