Earrings
Earrings (ear studs) in the shape of a cactus. The product was also sold online.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Chemical
- Categorie
- Jewellery
- Origin
- Unknown
Hazard: The product contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured value: 85 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidney and bones and it may cause cancer. The product also releases an excessive amount of nickel (measured values up to 0,5 µg/cm2/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.
⚖️ Acties bevolen door autoriteiten
- ▸ (to: Retailer) Stop of sales
What is this? These are earrings that have too much cadmium and nickel in them. Cadmium is a harmful metal that can hurt your kidneys, bones, and may cause cancer.
What's happening? The earrings have way too much cadmium and nickel. This is dangerous for anyone who wears them.
Does this affect me? If you have these earrings, they could harm your health. They were sold in Belgium and the Netherlands.
What should I do? Stop wearing these earrings right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick or have any concerns.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Chemical · Category: Jewellery · Hazard: The product contains an excessive amount of cadmium (measured value: 85 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidney and bones and it may cause cancer. The product also releases an excessive amount of nickel (measured values up to 0,5 µg/cm2/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. · Origin: Unknown
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