Product Safety Report: Counterfeit 'Attack on Titan' Jewellery Set (2307-0171)
Product Safety Report for counterfeit 'Attack on Titan' Jewellery Set presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: ‘Attack on Titan’ Jewellery Set
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains excess concentrations of cadmium.
Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market.
Product information
| Type | Jewellery - Jewellery Set |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 998765333344 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Necklace and ring jewellery set using images from Anime ‘Attack on Titan’. The product is not branded and is believed to be counterfeit. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as when tested, it was found to contain 39.2% Cadmium which is 3,922 times greater than the maximum permissible concentration. Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2307-0171
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards