Lure · Fishing bait

The product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 0.28% by weight). Also the product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 0.08% by weight). The phthalate may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. 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: 22 August 2025
Notifying authority: Sweden
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Distributor. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 26/06/2025

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: SR/03032/25

Classification

Category: Hobby/sports equipment
Risk type: Chemical
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

Fishing bait, in the form of a small fish. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress.