USB cable – Vimshi
Product details
| Brand | Vimshi |
|---|---|
| Product name | USB Type-C cable |
| Barcode | 6938595379147 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk type | Environment |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Country of origin | Unknown |
| Reported by | Sweden |
| Published | 9 November 2023 |
The hazard
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 60% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electricaland electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
Product description
White USB Type-C cable
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer
- Category of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 15/06/2023
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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