2026.01.13 Safety Report: Necklace Set with Multi-Coloured Stones
13 January 2026
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Necklace Set with Multi-Coloured Stones
Type
Jewellery - Necklaces / Necklets
Country of origin
India
Product description
Gold-coloured necklace and earrings with multi-coloured stones inset. Sold in a clear plastic bag.
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains 58.4% cadmium, which is 5840 times the maximum permissible limit. Cadmium accumulates in the body, can damage organs, and may cause cancer. The product also contains 0.689% lead, which is 13 times the maximum permissible limit.
Further information on the health effects of cadmium and lead exposure can be accessed on Gov.uk at the following links:
Cadmium: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cadmium-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology
Lead: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/lead-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.
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