Electric toothbrush for children
Product details
| Product name | Sonic - toothbrush for children |
|---|---|
| Model / type | SA-VW-520 |
| Barcode | 6971442688177 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk type | Chemical, Environment |
| Risk level | Other types of alerts |
| Country of origin | Unknown |
| Reported by | Sweden |
| Published | 17 January 2024 |
The hazard
The product has an excessive concentration of lead (measured values up to 55 % by weight). The plastic in the cord has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 3 % by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment.SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive), nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Product description
Electric toothbrush for children. The product is sold online.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer
- Category of measure(s): The national authorities have issued a takedown request to the seller
- Date of entry into force: 03/02/2023
What should you do?
Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.
Official notice ↗ · Source: Safety Gate (European Commission)
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