Several solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 62.2% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment.The plastic material of the black USB cable has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 0.59 % and 1.12 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system.The plastic has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 3.18 %by weight)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 Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation nor with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
Voluntary measure: Importer > Withdrawal of the product from the market
Starting date: 06/02/2023