EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Jewellery
Rosary beads K&Us — risk: environment
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1098/16
Summary
null The metal parts of the crucifix contain mercury (measured values up to 91.4 mg/kg). Mercury is one of the most hazardous environmental toxins and is a threat to the environment and, through the environment, to human health.The product does not comply with the relevant national legislation.
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Product
- Black rosary beads with crucifix.
What is the risk?
- null The metal parts of the crucifix contain mercury (measured values up to 91.4 mg/kg). Mercury is one of the most hazardous environmental toxins and is a threat to the environment and, through the environment, to human health.The product does not comply with the relevant national legislation.
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
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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