Product Safety Report: Multi Colour Crystal Glass Alloy Necklace (2208-0232)

Product Safety Report for Multi Colour Crystal Glass Alloy Necklace presenting a serious chemical risk as it contains excess concentrations of cadmium.

Summary

Product: Multi Colour Crystal Glass Alloy Necklace

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as when tested, it was found to contain 47.8% Cadmium which is 4,780 times the maximum limit. Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

Type Jewellery - Necklace
Barcode 4042979
Country of Origin China
Product description Gold necklace with three multi colour crystals
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk as when tested, it was found to contain 47.8% Cadmium which is 4,780 times the maximum limit. 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 import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2208-0232

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 17 August 2022