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🧸 Product DE April 2, 2021

24 Stück Wikinger Rune Perlen, Viking Haar & Bartperlen, Gummibänder, DIY Flechten Armband Halskette

Do-it-yourself fashion jewellery set consisting of black necklace, cylindrical metal beads with rune patterns, rubber bands and hair loops. The product is also sold online, in particular via Amazon.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
24 Stück Wikinger Rune Perlen, Viking Haar & Bartperlen, Gummibänder, DIY Flechten Armband Halskette
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Chemical
Category
Jewellery
Hazard
The product’s chain contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured value: 90% by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, damages the kidneys and the bones and is carcinogenic.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Other) Other: Information for the responsible economic operator from China
  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Other) Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 1883 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
12 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 29, 2026
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What is this? This is a set of 24 Viking-style beads on a chain meant for making bracelets or necklaces.

What's happening? The chain has too much cadmium, a dangerous metal that can hurt your body over time.

Does this affect me? Anyone who wears or makes jewelry with this chain could be harmed, especially if used often.

What should I do? Stop using it right away and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have used it.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Jewellery · Hazard: The product’s chain contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured value: 90% by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, damages the kidneys and the bones and is carcinogenic. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
April 2, 2021
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10003288

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What is this product recall alert about?
24 Stück Wikinger Rune Perlen, Viking Haar & Bartperlen, Gummibänder, DIY Flechten Armband Halskette. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Jewellery · Hazard: The product’s chain contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured value: 90% by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, damages the kidneys and the bones and is c...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 2, 2021 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Germany.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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