Product Safety Report: Silver Expandable Blue and Pink Butterfly Ring (2511-0074)
Product Safety Report for Silver Expandable Blue and Pink Butterfly Ring presenting a serious chemical risk.
Summary
Product: Silver Expandable Blue and Pink Butterfly Ring
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as the nickel content is greater than the maximum permissible limit.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Jewellery - Rings |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Expandable ring with a blue and pink butterfly design, sold in a plastic bag. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as the nickel content is greater than the maximum permissible limit. Nickel is a sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in products that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.  Â
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The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2511-0074
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards