Red Bead Earrings

Red metal bead earrings made by Siesta Crafts are being recalled because they contain unsafe levels of cadmium and nickel. Cadmium can accumulate in the body and damage kidneys and bones, while nickel can cause allergic skin reactions. These earrings were sold in Northern Ireland and do not meet safety regulations.

Recalling firm

Siesta Crafts

Product

Red metal bead earrings. Red Bead Earrings. Defect: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market Date of entry into force: 23/12/2025

Reason

The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 0.056% by weight). Additionally, the rate of nickel release is too high (measured value up to 89.89 µg/cm2/week). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones and it may cause cancer. Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. This product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.

Classification

Class I

Category

consumer product recall

Country

European Union

Agency

SAFETY-GATE

Recall date

2026-04-10

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/83968238-4de3-49a7-b32b-5fc89810761e