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Shady sunglasses multifärg — chemical risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalNov 26, 2021
Photo from the official notice: Shady sunglasses multifärg — chemical risk

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Hazard

The metal hinges in the sunglasses contain an excessive amount of lead (measured value up to 1.67 % by weight). Lead is harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause developmental neurotoxicity and may also affect breast-fed or unborn children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the REACH Regulation.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Importer (07/10/2021)

Product description

A pair of sunglasses with brown and yellow frames. Product also sold online.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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