EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Jewellery
Wristwatch Kaufland “Armbanduhr ("Watch")” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0683/15
Summary
null The watch contains lead (measured value: 1.1 % by weight). Exposure to lead is harmful for human health. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- Wristwatch for men; the casing and link bracelet with a butterfly clasp are made of silver-coloured metal. The diameter of the watch face is approximately 3 cm. It is supplied in plastic blister packaging.
What is the risk?
- null The watch contains lead (measured value: 1.1 % by weight). Exposure to lead is harmful for human health. 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: 08/05/2015
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