The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Clover Jewellery Set
Type
Jewellery - Jewellery set
Country of origin
China
Product description
Jewellery set in an unmarked orange box containing a watch, necklace, bracelet, earrings and ring in a gold colour with black material inset.
Hazard
The product presents a serious chemical risk as the cadmium content was found to be much greater than the maximum permissible limit. Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer.
For further information on the health effects of cadmium exposure please access the GOV.UK website.
The product does not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.