Jewellery set
10th July 2010
Item Description:
Type/number of model: Item No. HH103
Description: A bracelet, a necklace and a pair of earrings consisting of violet plastic heart figures and metal parts, packed in set with plastic label. Also pink and red sets available.
Country of origin: China
Danger:
Chemical
The product poses a chemical risk because of the release of nickel which is a skin sensitiser. Rate of nickel release from the metallic parts (hooks and decorative balls) of earrings is 0.93-1.8 µg/cm²/week.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Action Taken:
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
Notifying Country:
Finland
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
10th July 2010 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
