Recalls › European Union › String light curtain String lights

String light curtain String lights — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2024-11-08

Hazard: Chemical, Environment

String lights contain harmful chemicals, posing environmental risk

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2024-11-08
Model identifiers	S8368906000002
Category	Lighting chains
Hazard	Chemical, Environment
Hazard description	The plastic material of the cord has an excessive concentration of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values up to 6.9% and 0.93% by weight, respectively). DIBP poses a risk to human health and the environment. 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. Moreover, the solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 40.2% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment.
Non-compliance	Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive); Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation
Remedy	Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.
Recall number	A12/03079/24
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable products	Restricted-substance test reports (phthalates, lead, cadmium, PFAS…) covering current batches and all variants.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

🚨 Delisted or named by a regulator? Leave your details and situation — we'll assess and get back to you. Contact us →

General guidance only — not compliance or legal advice; the official notice and applicable law prevail.

Get overseas recalls that matter to you (China-origin highlighted) + top hazards — one email a week. Free, unsubscribe anytime.

By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms (incl. cross-border data processing).