Silvery and golden rings

The metal parts of the rings have an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 54 % by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones and it may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Published: 12 May 2023
Notifying authority: Sweden
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer. Category of measure(s): Import rejected at border. Date of entry into force: 02/05/2023

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/01045/23

Classification

Category: Jewellery
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

Rings made of silvery and golden metal in many different styles.