The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: 63.6% by weight) In addition, the product contains excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (.value: 1.7% by weight). The plastic of the product also contains short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) (measured value up to 1,7 % by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment. DEHP poses a risk to human health and the environment. 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. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Published remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 15/09/2025