Product Safety Report: Costume Jewellery Earrings (2405-0009)
Product Safety Report for Costume Jewellery Earrings presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Costume Jewellery Earrings
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to release nickel at levels higher than the permitted limit.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Jewellery – Earrings |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | India |
| Product Description | Gold imitation jewellery with pink beads. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it was found to release nickel at levels higher than the permitted limit. Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.
Further information regarding nickel can be found on Gov.uk at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nickel-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2405-0009
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards