Koala Bear
Koala Bear Plush Toy Recall A Koala Bear plush toy with electrical functions sold in Sweden is being recalled because the solder used in its electronic components contains excessive levels of lead (up to 68.5%) and cadmium (up to 0.167%), which do not meet environmental safety regulations. Lead and cadmium are hazardous substances that can harm the environment and, in the case of cadmium, accumulate in the body over time. This product is classified as a Class I recall, indicating a serious safety concern.
- Product
- Koala bear plush toy with electrical functions. Koala Bear
- Reason
- The solders in the product have excessive concentrations of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 68.5% and 0.167% by weight, respectively). Lead poses a risk to the environment. Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-10-23
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- SE
- Distribution
- Sweden
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/73a40fed-9d26-4fcc-beb0-01e5c111851c