DIY Bracelets with Charms Kit sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A DIY Bracelet set with charms to make bracelets, supplied in transparent plastic packaging with blue cardboard, pink flowers and an image of a deer.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious chemical risk due to excess concentrations of lead and cadmium.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Jewellery – Bracelets with Charms |
|---|---|
| Product Identifiers | FBA15G914QN6U000005, X001BX9AKT. APP Ref: 421632 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A DIY Bracelet set with charms to make bracelets, supplied in transparent plastic packaging with blue cardboard, pink flowers and an image of a deer. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a chemical risk to consumers as the metal parts contain lead and cadmium in amounts over the maximum limit. The product was found to have 0.623% lead, over 12 times over the limit of 0.05% and 26.3% Cadmium, 2630 times over the limit of 0.01%, which has long-term negative health effects.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2301-0196
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 16 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.