2024.02.12 Safety Report: Silver metal coloured bracelet with charms
12 February 2024
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Silver metal coloured bracelet with charms
Type
Jewellery - Metal jewellery
Country of origin
Hong Kong
Product Description
Silver-coloured metal bracelet with pink and silver charms attached.
Customs code
7113200000
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as the cadmium content was found to be 94.1%, which is greater than the maximum permissible limit. Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs, and may cause cancer.
For further information on the health effects of cadmium exposure, access the GOV.UK webpage.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The products have been destroyed at the border.
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