Popular jewellery set urgently recalled over ‘serious chemical risk' that can ‘damage organs and may cause cancer'
RECALL ALERT Popular jewellery set urgently recalled over 'serious chemical risk' that can 'damage organs and may cause cancer'
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AN urgent recall has been issued for a jewellery set which contains harmful chemicals.
A clover jewellery set has been recalled by the Office for Product and Safety Standards (OPSS) after finding chemicals which could cause cancer and damage organs in the jewellery.
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The popular product is inspired by jewellery brand Van Cleef. This is not the exact product that was recalled
Imported from China, the set comes in an unmarked orange box and contains a watch, necklace, bracelet and ring.
The product was rejected at the border after a report marked the risk level as "serious."
A statement from OPSS reads: 'The product presents a serious risk as the cadmium content is much higher than the maximum permissible limit.
'Cadmium is harmful to human health as it accumulates in the body, can damage organs and may cause cancer.'
The report also confirmed that the product did not meet the requirements of the REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008.
Cadmium has previously been used in various consumer and industrial products as it is known to enhance the shine and colour of pieces.
However, it is now heavily restricted in the EU due to its alarming 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.'
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The jewellery came in an unmarked orange box
The clover jewellery is heavily inspired by, and likely presents a cheaper alternative to the popular luxury goods brand Van Cleef and Arpels.
The product report describes the jewellery as gold in colour with a black material inset.
This bears a striking resemblance to the Van Cleef products which retail for as much as £6,000.
This isn't the first time products have been recalled for containing this harmful chemical.
The popular Amazon brand Dervivea was also forced to recall their products earlier this month, after a report revealed that it also contained cadmium.
The product listings were recalled by Amazon, with customers advised to contact the distributor they purchased the product from to request redress.
Government guidance states those inhaling or ingesting cadmium are most at risk.
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.'
If you are experiencing these symptoms and are concerned about your health following prolonged exposure to cadmium, you should seek guidance from your GP or contact NHS 111.
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