Wireless-N Wifi Repeater
Wi-Fi repeater made of plastic, with a cable. Product sold online.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical, Environment
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Hazard
- The plastic material of the cable has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP), lead and short chain chlorinated paraffines (SCCPs) (measured values up to: 0.92%, 1.14%, 0.17% and 2.97% by weight, respectively). Lead poses a risk to the environment. These phthalates may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
What is this? A small wireless repeater that boosts your Wi-Fi signal. The plastic cable on some of these devices contains harmful chemicals.
What's happening? Tests found too much DEHP, DBP, lead, and SCCPs in the cable’s plastic. These can hurt people and the planet.
Does this affect me? Only if you own or use this repeater in Sweden. The chemicals can leak out slowly over time.
What should I do? Stop using it right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell or worried about past use.
🤖 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)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical, Environment · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The plastic material of the cable has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP), lead and short chain chlorinated paraffines (SCCPs) (measured values up to: 0.92%, 1.14%, 0.17% and 2.97% by weight, respectively). Lead poses a risk to the environment. These phthalates may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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