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Digital thermometer — environment risk (INFO/00120/22)

EU Safety GateOther types of alertsEnvironmentSep 2, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Digital thermometer — environment risk (INFO/00120/22)

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Hazard

The metal (solder) in the thermometer contains an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to: 245 g/kg). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The article does not comply with the requirements of the Commission Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Other (02/05/2022)
  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Importer (02/05/2022)

Product description

Black digital thermometer for cooking. The product was also sold online, in particular via AliExpress.

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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