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Søstrene Grene Watercolours 12 pcs — chemical risk

UK OPSSSerious riskChemicalFeb 27, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Søstrene Grene Watercolours 12 pcs — chemical risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as an elevated amount of lead has been found in the white coloured paint, exceeding the established limit of the value set out in standard EN71-3. Exposure to lead may cause a wide range of adverse effects, including damage to the kidneys, the circulatory system, and the developing brain. The unborn child and young children are the most sensitive to lead. For further information on the health effects of lead exposure, please access: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/lead-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. Owners should stop using the product immediately, and keep it out of the reach of children. Owners should return the product to a Søstrene Grene for a refund or exchange. Further information can be accessed on the Søstrene Grene website at: https://press.sostrenegrene.com/recalls/eng-product-safety-recall-watercolours-12-pcs/

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users

Product description

Watercolours pallet (plastic) with 12 colours.

Matching notices: same barcode or model

Other official notices (EU, U.S. or UK) with the same barcode, or the same brand and model number. Check the details: a match is a strong hint, not proof that it is the same product.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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