Products containing dangerous chemicals, which are considered to pose risks to workers and consumers, have been identified on the European market. The Department of Labour Inspection of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance clarifies that the following information has been registered in the European Union's Rapid Alert System for the Exchange of Information on Product Safety other than Food (RAPEX).
Hair cosmetics under the brand name "Ibero", code 51497. The product was detected on the Finnish market and Nickel (a substance which is a strong sensitizer and can cause allergic reactions) was detected in it at a level higher than the maximum legal limit of 0.5 µg/cm²/week.
Cosmetic bag under the brand name "Hhdepo", code 80628. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Hungarian market and contains the reproductively toxic substance Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in excess of the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
Cosmetics bag under the brand name "TOR Sminktáska" with the code 5881800043573. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Hungarian market and contains the reproductively toxic substance Phthalic acid bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in a percentage higher than the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
Cosmetics bag under the brand name "DIMI accessories", code 80628. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the market in Hungary and contains the reproductively toxic substance, bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), in excess of the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
Set of false jewellery called "Set with necklace and earrings with horses", code 1987063220910. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Swedish market and Cadmium was detected in it at a level above the maximum legal limit. Cadmium is a chemical substance harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Hair buckle hair decorative under the brand name "Hair buckle", code 1987063220910. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Swedish market and Cadmium was detected in it at a level higher than the maximum permitted by law. Cadmium is a chemical harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Set of "Halsband" branded pendants with code XL-S11. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Swedish market and was found to contain Cadmium in excess of the maximum legal limit. Cadmium is a chemical harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Bracelet brand 'Armband svart spets', code 4B.5.2.38. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Swedish market and Cadmium was detected in it at a level higher than the maximum permitted by legislation. Cadmium is a chemical harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Bracelet under the brand name "ALSTER HERZ" with the code 4260738983471. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the German market and was found to contain cadmium in excess of the maximum legal limit. Cadmium is a chemical substance harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Bracelet brand "Armband silver" with code XL-S11. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Swedish market and Cadmium was detected in it at a level higher than the maximum permitted by law. Cadmium is a chemical harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Set of pseudo-jewellery brand "Set med smycken". The product was manufactured in the UAE, was found on the Swedish market and contains high concentrations of Lead. Lead is a substance harmful to human health, accumulates in the body, can cause neurotoxicity and can affect nursing or unborn children.
Set of pseudo-jewellery brand "Fashion Jewelry" with code XL-S11. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the Swedish market and was found to contain Cadmium in excess of the maximum legal limit. Cadmium is a chemical harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body and can damage the kidneys and bones.
Gymnastic wheel branded "Voimapyörä, Maghjul, Võimlemisrull" with code 510078. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the market in Finland and contains the reproductively toxic substance Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) in excess of the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
Fitness accessory brand "Urban Fight" with the code 5027535008740. The product is of Pakistani manufacture, was found on the market in Ireland and contains the reproductively toxic substance Phthalic acid bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) at a level above the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
Fitness accessories under the brand name "Body Sculpture", code 70889001. The product was found on the Irish market and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) were detected in the plastic part of the product at a level above the maximum permitted by legislation. PAHs are very dangerous chemicals that can cause cancer, they are also mutagenic and toxic to reproduction.
Rival branded gym ball, code 1119354. The product was identified on the Irish market and contains the reproductively toxic substance Diisobutyl Phthalate (DIBP) at a level above the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
Children's bicycle branded "BAGHERA" under various codes. The product is of Chinese manufacture, was found on the French market and contains in its plastic parts the reproductively toxic substances Phthalic acid bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and Phthalic acid diisononyl ester (DINP) in a percentage higher than the maximum limit permitted by law, which is 0.1% by weight.
Children's bicycle under the brand name "MOOVWAY" with the code 3663326023053 / 1502172. The product is of Chinese manufacture, has been identified on the French market and contains in its plastic parts the reproductively toxic substances Phthalic acid bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and Diisononyl phthalate (DINP) in excess of the maximum legal limit of 0.1% by weight.
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More information on the above products is listed on the RAPEX website:
The Labour Inspection Department invites citizens, in case they detect the above products on the Cypriot market, to inform the competent officers of the Labour Inspection Department at 22405637, 22405611 and 22405609.
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