Safety warning Serious risk 7 February 2024

Silver metal coloured bracelet with charms

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Silver metal coloured bracelet with charms
Photo: official notice
Affected
silver-coloured metal bracelet with pink and silver charms attached.
The problem
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.
What to do
Destruction of the product.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Jewellery – Metal jewellery
Customs code 7113200000
Country of Origin Hong Kong
Product Description silver-coloured metal bracelet with pink and silver charms attached.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

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 please access: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cadmium-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology

The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The products have been destroyed at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2401-0120

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 7 February 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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