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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Popular jewellery sold on Amazon urgently recalled over harmful chemical that can ‘damage organs and cause cancer'
HEALTH FEARS Popular jewellery sold on Amazon urgently recalled over harmful chemical that can 'damage organs and cause cancer' AN URGENT recall has been issued for a popular jewellery brand available from Amazon. There are concerns that the products, which contain a harmful chemical, could pose a significant health risk. 2 The Dervivea Metal Jewellery has been recalled over health concerns Credit: The products - a metal ring and metal earrings - from Dervivea Metal Jewellery have been recalled. It affects the brand's silver coloured metal ring and silver coloured sword shaped metal earrings, both of which are available on Amazon. The Office for Product Safety and Standards issued the recall after the product was found to contain cadmium. A statement from OPSS reads: "The product presents a serious chemical risk as the cadmium content was found to be greater than the maximum permissible limit in both the metal ring and metal earrings. "Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer." While cadmium was previously commonly used in various consumer and industrial products - it is now heavily restricted in the EU due to its health risks. According to the UK Government: "Exposure to cadmium for a long period of time may result in damage to the kidneys and bones and may cause cancer." Now, the material is mostly only used in nickel-cadmium batteries, or for conductors. The product listings have both been recalled by Amazon, with customers advised to contact the distributer they purchased the product from to request redress. Those ingesting or breathing in high levels of cadmium are most at risk. Fashion fans are running to Asda for 'amazing value' holiday jewellery - including must-have £3.50 claw clips Breathing in air with high levels of cadmium can cause "a metallic taste in the mouth, shortness of breath, chest pain, cough and flu-like symptoms." In severe cases it can lead to "lung damage extensive fluid loss, multiple organ failure and death." The level of cadmium encountered on a day-to-day basis in the environment, and in certain foods, is not a cause of concern for consumers. If you are concerned about your health following prolonged exposure to cadmium, you should seek guidance from your GP or contact NHS 111. It comes following several other recalls regarding products containing banned chemicals. Earlier this week, a luxury candle and perfume gift set was recalled after a chemical that can damage the female reproductive system and harm unborn babies was found in the product. The Maison Louis Marie No 04 Bois de Balinbourt gift set was found to contain Butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is prohibited in cosmetic products. The chemical was made illegal for use consumer products in 2022 due to concerns that it could cause reproductive issues. Another jewellery-related recall was issued at the end of last year after concerns of a "serious chemical risk". The Beeline Belly Bar was recalled in December because of elevated levels of nickel.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Popular jewellery sold on Amazon urgently recalled over harmful chemical that can ‘damage organs and cause cancer'
AN URGENT recall has been issued for a popular jewellery brand available from Amazon. There are concerns that the products, which contain a harmful chemical, could pose a significant health risk. 2 The Dervivea Metal Jewellery has been recalled over health concerns Credit: The products - a metal ring and metal earrings - from Dervivea Metal Jewellery have been recalled. It affects the brand's silver coloured metal ring and silver coloured sword shaped metal earrings, both of which are available on Amazon. The Office for Product Safety and Standards issued the recall after the product was found to contain cadmium. A Read more News "Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and While cadmium was previously commonly used in various consumer and industrial products - it is now heavily restricted in the EU due to its health risks. According to the Now, the material is mostly only used in nickel-cadmium batteries, or for conductors. Most read in The Sun The product listings have both been recalled by Amazon, with customers advised to contact the distributer they purchased the product from to request redress. Those ingesting or breathing in high levels of cadmium are most at risk. Fashion fans are running to Asda for 'amazing value' holiday jewellery - including must-have £3.50 claw clips Breathing in air with high levels of cadmium can cause "a metallic taste in the mouth, shortness of breath, chest pain, cough and flu-like symptoms." In severe cases it can lead to "lung damage extensive fluid loss, multiple organ failure and death." The level of cadmium encountered on a day-to-day basis in the environment, and in certain foods, is not a cause of concern for consumers. If you are concerned about your health following prolonged exposure to cadmium, you should seek guidance from your GP or contact NHS 111. It comes following several other recalls regarding products containing banned chemicals. Earlier this week, The Maison Louis Marie No 04 Bois de Balinbourt gift set was found to contain Butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA) which is prohibited in cosmetic products. The chemical was made illegal for use consumer products in 2022 due to concerns that it could cause reproductive issues. Another The Beeline Belly Bar was recalled in December because of elevated levels of nickel. 2 The products were available to buy on Amazon Credit: Reuters
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Luxury £130 gift set urgently recalled over ‘serious health risk' including banned chemical that can ‘harm unborn child'
A LUXURY perfume and candle gift set is being urgently recalled after posing a serious health risk. The alarm was raised after a chemical that can damage the female reproductive system or harm unborn babies was discovered in the products. 1 The Maison Louis Marie No.04 Bois de Balincourt gift set was found to contain a harmful chemical Credit: La Gent The £130 Maison Louis Marie No 04 Bois de Balinbourt gift set was found to contain Butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) made the decision to withdraw the set from shops after it failed to meet trading standards. The box contains a 50ml eau de parfum, a 15ml perfume oil and a scented candle. No. 04 Bois de Balincourt is a recipe of aromas including sandalwood, cedarwood, nutmeg, cinnamon, vetiver, and amber wood. read more on product recalls The gift set was sold via La Gent's website. This comes after Marks and Spencer recalled a popular Polarn O. Pyret Branded Poppy Print Rompers were recalled due to safety complaints. Parents and carers of little ones have been asked to check their homes to see if they have the affected product. Most read in The Sun The recall was made for the T94 8409A model in size 1-12 months old, which was sold online at M&S. The company said: "Polarn O. Pyret has issued a Product Recall due to safety complaints with their Poppy Print Romper, T94 8409A in the specified sizes 1-12 Months". 'Contaminated' Costco snack recalled as 'small pieces of wood' are found inside it – eight products are affected The online-only product means that affected items were not available to purchase from physical M&S stores during the original purchase period. Those who bought the romper or received it as a gift have been urged to "return it immediately" at any M&S Clothing store. A full refund will be issued upon return. M&S has said that further support is also being offered and if customers have further questions, they can call the company's customer service line at 0333 014 8555. The OPSS also recently rejected a Chinese product after it threatened "serious" suffocation fears. Parents were strongly advised to avoid Belecoo's baby stroller and car seat, which was recalled due to a lack of safety warnings. The brand's 580-2 model was deemed to pose a serious asphyxiation risk to babies and toddlers by Trading Standards. It does not meet the requirements enforced by the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. The damning report claims that parents might unknowingly endanger their young children by letting them sleep in the seat. Your product recall rights Chief consumer reporter James Flanders reveals all you need to know. Product recalls are an important means of protecting consumers from dangerous goods. As a general rule, if a recall involves a branded product, the manufacturer would usually have lead responsibility for the recall action. But it's often left up to supermarkets to notify customers when products could put them at risk. If you are concerned about the safety of a product you own, always check the manufacturer's website to see if a safety notice has been issued. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault. If you become aware that an item you own has been recalled or has any safety noticed issued against it, make sure you follow the instructions given to you by the manufacturer. They should usually provide you with more information and a contact number on its safety notice. In some cases, the manufacturer might ask you to return the item for a full refund or arrange for the faulty product to be collected. You should not be charged for any recall work - such as a repair, replacement or collection of the recalled item
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Luxury £130 gift set urgently recalled over ‘serious health risk' including banned chemical that can ‘harm unborn child'
Read more to find out about more product recalls HEALTH ALERT Luxury £130 gift set urgently recalled over 'serious health risk' including banned chemical that can 'harm unborn child' A LUXURY perfume and candle gift set is being urgently recalled after posing a serious health risk. The alarm was raised after a chemical that can damage the female reproductive system or harm unborn babies was discovered in the products. 1 The Maison Louis Marie No.04 Bois de Balincourt gift set was found to contain a harmful chemical Credit: La Gent The £130 Maison Louis Marie No 04 Bois de Balinbourt gift set was found to contain Butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) made the decision to withdraw the set from shops after it failed to meet trading standards. The box contains a 50ml eau de parfum, a 15ml perfume oil and a scented candle. No. 04 Bois de Balincourt is a recipe of aromas including sandalwood, cedarwood, nutmeg, cinnamon, vetiver, and amber wood. The gift set was sold via La Gent's website. This comes after Marks and Spencer recalled a popular baby product due to customer safety complaints. Polarn O. Pyret Branded Poppy Print Rompers were recalled due to safety complaints. Parents and carers of little ones have been asked to check their homes to see if they have the affected product. The recall was made for the T94 8409A model in size 1-12 months old, which was sold online at M&S. The company said: "Polarn O. Pyret has issued a Product Recall due to safety complaints with their Poppy Print Romper, T94 8409A in the specified sizes 1-12 Months". 'Contaminated' Costco snack recalled as 'small pieces of wood' are found inside it – eight products are affected The online-only product means that affected items were not available to purchase from physical M&S stores during the original purchase period. Those who bought the romper or received it as a gift have been urged to "return it immediately" at any M&S Clothing store. A full refund will be issued upon return. M&S has said that further support is also being offered and if customers have further questions, they can call the company's customer service line at 0333 014 8555. The OPSS also recently rejected a Chinese product after it threatened "serious" suffocation fears. Parents were strongly advised to avoid Belecoo's baby stroller and car seat, which was recalled due to a lack of safety warnings. The brand's 580-2 model was deemed to pose a serious asphyxiation risk to babies and toddlers by Trading Standards. It does not meet the requirements enforced by the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. The damning report claims that parents might unknowingly endanger their young children by letting them sleep in the seat. Your product recall rights Chief consumer reporter James Flanders reveals all you need to know. Product recalls are an important means of protecting consumers from dangerous goods. As a general rule, if a recall involves a branded product, the manufacturer would usually have lead responsibility for the recall action. But it's often left up to supermarkets to notify customers when products could put them at risk. If you are concerned about the safety of a product you own, always check the manufacturer's website to see if a safety notice has been issued. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault. If you become aware that an item you own has been recalled or has any safety noticed issued against it, make sure you follow the instructions given to you by the manufacturer. They should usually provide you with more information and a contact number on its safety notice. In some cases, the manufacturer might ask you to return the item for a full refund or arrange for the faulty product to be collected. You should not be charged for any recall work - such as a repair, replacement or collection of the recalled item
Euronews
18-04-2025
- Health
- Euronews
How ‘dangerous' chemicals' detected in products in the EU could be impacting your health
ADVERTISEMENT A record number of harmful consumer products were reported in the European Union last year, with potentially toxic chemicals a major culprit. There were more than 4,100 alerts about these products in 2024 , the highest level recorded in the past two decades, according to a new European Commission report, which says 'dangerous chemicals' were found in cosmetics, vape liquids, clothing, cheap jewellery, and toys. The warnings came through the EU's Safety Gate Rapid Alert System, which allows countries to report consumer and professional products that pose a threat to people's health and well-being. It spans everything from banned chemicals to choking or strangulation hazards and products that could damage people's hearing or sight. Related Why experts are warning parents not to give their kids dietary supplements like vitamins Food and medicines are not included because they have their own alert system. Here are a few of the key chemicals identified in consumer and industrial products in the EU last year, and what they mean for human health. Synthetic fragrance A synthetic fragrance called 2-(4-tert- butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde, or BMHCA, was found in nearly all cosmetics with chemical risks. BMHCA is commonly used in perfumes, makeup, lotions, deodorants, and hair products, and has a flowery scent akin to lilies of the valley. But it has been banned in cosmetics in the EU since March 2022 over concerns that it may damage people's fertility and hurt babies in the womb, along with irritating the skin. Related Scientists confirm toxic 'forever chemicals' enter our blood by being absorbed by the skin If you're worried about finding BMHCA on the shelves, you can find it on a product's ingredient list as butylphenyl methylpropional. Restricted 'forever chemicals' Short-chain chlorinated paraffins, or SCCPs, are a group of industrial chemicals used as flame retardants and can be found in old rubber and plastic items like conveyor belts, hoses, cables, and seals. They're under the umbrella of PFAS, or 'forever chemicals,' which are slow to break down in the environment, causing them to accumulate in the food chain and living things. It's illegal to import SCCPs into the EU, and there are strict regulations on how they can be used – but last year, the chemicals were found in cables in the EU, the report said. Research indicate s that chlorinated paraffins may cause liver and kidney damage, hurt children's development, cause endocrine disorders and reproductive problems, and lead to immune system issues. Related EU bans harmful chemical from materials in contact with food Those with shorter carbon chains and higher concentrations of chlorine may be even more harmful to human health. ADVERTISEMENT 'These pose a risk not only to human health but also to the environment as they are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans,' the report said. Lead The toxic metal lead was found in solders – substances that are used to permanently fuse together parts of metal – in the EU last year, according to the report. No level of lead exposure is considered safe, and there are strict limits on exposure at work in the EU. But every year there are about 300 lead-related health complaints in Europe. Related Scientists studying Arctic ice unlock link between lead pollution and lower IQs in ancient Rome People can inhale particles when lead-containing materials are burned, recycled, or stripped of their paint. They can also be exposed if they ingest contaminated water, food, or dust, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). ADVERTISEMENT Lead can make its way into the brain, liver, kidney, and bones. It affects the reproductive and cardiovascular systems, and can hurt babies' development. In Western Europe, nearly 2.5 million children and teenagers are believed to have blood lead levels of at least five micrograms per decilitre, a level that has been linked to lower IQ, cognitive problems, and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), among other health issues.
