PAHs: products flagged in official safety alerts
63 EU Safety Gate alerts concern products flagged for PAHs. The first dates from 21 January 2020, the latest from 15 October 2026.
- Stands out
- Compared with all 24,059 alerts, these stand out for tattoo ink (29% here, 1% overall) and the reason “restricted chemical above the legal limit” (98% here, 22% overall).
- Rank
- Its share of all alerts fell from 0.3% to 0.2% between the four quarters before and the last four, so it grew more slowly than alerts overall.
- Trend
- In the last four complete quarters there were 10, down from 13 in the four quarters before.
- Hazards
- The hazards named most often are chemical (100%), environment (8%) and suffocation (2%).
- Why flagged
- Read from the official risk descriptions, the most common reasons are restricted chemical above the legal limit (98%), lead in solder or components (3%) and small parts or stuffing can be swallowed (2%).
- Made in
- 56% were for products made in China, 17% were for products made in United States and 3% were for products made in Pakistan.
- Products
- The products flagged most are tattoo ink (29%), swim aids and inflatables (3%) and fancy-dress costumes (2%).
- Sold online
- 41% of the EU alerts were marked as sold online, and 16% name an online marketplace, most often Amazon, Kaufland and Wish.
- Outcome
- The most common outcome was withdrawn from the market (65% of EU alerts); 46% included a measure ordered by an authority.
- Reported by
- The EU alerts were notified most often by the authorities of Sweden (29%), Germany (19%) and Cyprus (14%).
The rule
The alerts say the products breach the REACH Regulation (90%) and the general product safety rules (8%).
Narrow it down
By product type
By platform
Official alerts and recalls per quarter
EU Safety Gate
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Q4 2026 is incomplete: counted to 30 October 2026.
Show the numbers by year
| Year | EU Safety Gate | US CPSC |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (to date) | 8 | 0 |
| 2025 | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 | 10 | 0 |
| 2023 | 11 | 0 |
| 2022 | 10 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 8 | 0 |
Why they were flagged
All reasons →-
98%, 62 alerts
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3%, 2 alerts
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2%, 1 alerts
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2%, 1 alerts
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2%, 1 alerts
Counts are alerts naming the platform in the official record, not all dangerous products sold there. Many records name no seller at all. How we count
Download these 63 alerts (CSV) English column names; reuse with attribution to the official sources.
| Date | Product | Platform | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-15 | Mobile phone armbandPhone Armband00 BlackBrand: Karrimor · barcode 2765238030004 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/02953/26 | |
| 2026-08-20 | Gym glovesPOWER SYSTEM-GLOVES PRO GRIP EVO-BLACK-XXLBrand: POWER SYSTEM · model 2260BK-6 PRO GRIP EVO BLACK · barcode 8595713100564 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/02337/26 | |
| 2026-07-14 | Tattoo inkBLK (OUT)Brand: Dynamic Color Co · barcode 810132832130 · batch 020724 DY240 (7/2024-1/2027) Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered |
AmazonWording in the official record · listed in the official marketplace field onlineTrader: AmazonAmazon → |
SR/02038/26 |
| 2026-05-28 | Puzzle mat · barcode 6241843532875 Why: Small parts or stuffing can be swallowed · Restricted chemical above the legal limitProduct destroyed · Recalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market |
KauflandWording in the official record · found in the product identifier www.kaufland.de - https://www.kaufland.de/product/533488828/Kaufland → |
SR/01554/26 |
| 2026-03-03 | GlovesFitness glovesBrand: Q4Life · model 2558553 · barcode 8719407110695, 8719407110701, 8719407110718, 8719407110725 · batch 179034, 179035 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market · Sales stopped | SR/00690/26 | |
| 2026-01-07 | Steering wheel coverSteering wheel CoverBrand: Loocar Accessories · barcode 1000000000108 · batch 3APSWCB40 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/00021/26 | |
| 2026-01-07 | Car floor matsCar mat Brand: Ultimate · barcode 4052916593912 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/00032/26 | |
| 2026-01-07 | Car floor matCar mat Brand: Bottari · barcode 8016038140436 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/00022/26 | |
| 2025-12-16 | Automotive accessoriesLuxury Rubber and Carpet 4PC Car Mat Set · barcode 5055441453507 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/04408/25 | |
| 2025-12-16 | Automotive accessoriesBrand: Jumbo · barcode 0236804000032 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/04410/25 | |
| 2025-12-16 | Automotive accessoriesPremium Universal Car MatsBrand: Automax · model 3APUCM3281 · barcode 5291721001192 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/04409/25 | |
| 2025-08-29 | SlippersJANINABrand: Janina · model 1201473/002 · barcode 12014738991002000599 · batch 000273404 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitProduct destroyed ordered | SR/03142/25 | |
| 2025-04-24 | DumbbellNature Rubber Hex Dumbbell 4 kgBrand: Dinox · model 28205 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitImport rejected at the border ordered | SR/01633/25 | |
| 2025-04-10 | Tattoo inkBitchin BlackBrand: Quantum · barcode 0616943296433 · batch 2411 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/01489/25 | |
| 2025-04-09 | Tattoo inkSUPER Totem BlackBrand: Wangyi · model ST101 · batch RD26Y5 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.Amazon → |
SR/01444/25 |
| 2025-03-25 | Steering wheel coverBrand: AMIO · model SWC-14-M · barcode 5903293013786 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/01109/25 | |
| 2025-03-18 | Neoprene suitBrand Shorty 3/2mm Bzip Flatlock Color BlackBrand: Mystic · model 35000.230140 · barcode 8715738813298 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales stopped | SR/01049/25 | |
| 2025-03-18 | Neoprene suitSavannah Shorty 2mmBrand: Jobe · model 303620002 · barcode 8718181270663 · batch WN2108026 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales stopped | SR/01039/25 | |
| 2025-03-14 | Car floor matsBrand: GEAR & GO · model 1949720 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/01008/25 | |
| 2025-01-30 | DumbbellHex Dumbbell 3 kgBrand: Gymstick · model 61077-3 · barcode 6430062514780 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitImport rejected at the border ordered | SR/00520/25 | |
| 2025-01-28 | Car floor matsBrand: Falcon · barcode 5291383007723 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | SR/00442/25 | |
| 2024-12-13 | Tool setAlu tool box 141 pcsBrand: Prof · model 502587627 · barcode 6438313751182 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitImport rejected at the border ordered | A12/00073/24 | |
| 2024-11-28 | Mobile phone armbandSportarmband für SmartphoneBrand: Dunlop · model 20289 · barcode 8711292202899 · batch 2087177 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market · Sales stopped ordered | A12/03362/24 | |
| 2024-11-05 | Bicycle handlesBicycle handles Brand: Hasagei · ASIN B089VSV3GH Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (B089VSV3GH).Amazon → |
A12/03107/24 |
| 2024-06-18 | Mouse padMauspad mit weicher Handgelenksunterstützungmodel TD-MP-ERGO-BK · barcode 53224003981000000800 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers | A12/01627/24 | |
| 2024-05-28 | Fancy-dress accessoriesSet princesseBrand: Forest · model 34038 · barcode 3700156434038 · batch 5142/020522 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market | A12/01432/24 | |
| 2024-03-26 | Car tyreWinrun R330Brand: Winrun · model DOT 1WPPJ TPWL 4622, R330, 205/55 R16 91V · barcode 6939364203939 · batch 10.2022 Why: Vehicle defect (brakes, airbags, steering…)Sales ban · Sales stopped ordered | A12/00834/24 | |
| 2024-02-28 | Children's flip-flopsChanglas Children shoesBrand: Changlas · model 2030002356 · barcode 8427934933532 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market ordered | A12/00465/24 | |
| 2024-02-26 | Power wheelBrand: AB Wheel · barcode 5902367972141 · batch 20210601 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00020/24 | |
| 2024-02-22 | Rubber mallet · barcode 8719202585056 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market · Sales stopped ordered | A11/00024/24 | |
| 2024-01-22 | DumbbellBrand: Wrange Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitImport rejected at the border ordered | A12/00052/24 | |
| 2023-12-06 | Permanent makeup inkBeauty Passion Permanent Makeup Color Black · batch 04211227 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market | A12/03001/23 | |
| 2023-10-18 | Tattoo inkDynamic Viking, Color Go, Dark BlueBrand: Dynamic · model Dark Blue · batch DB-004-D1, 11/2022-11/2024 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/02536/23 | |
| 2023-10-17 | Tattoo inkDynamic Viking, Color Go, Black TribalBrand: Dynamic · model Black Tribal · batch BTR-004-D1, 11/2022-11/2024 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/02530/23 | |
| 2023-06-29 | Tattoo inkVbeauty Tattoo Ink True Black · barcode 3050544 · ASIN B097XXCLVS Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.Amazon → |
A12/01544/23 |
| 2023-05-08 | Electric scooterE-scooter 39106Brand: E-Scooter · model 39106 Why: Lead in solder or components · Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace | A12/01052/23 | |
| 2023-05-04 | Toy cushionMéga coussin péteurBrand: SUD TRADING COMPANY · model CD3923 · barcode 3609810065338 · batch HH0002908 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers | A12/01009/23 | |
| 2023-04-26 | Tattoo inkDLD Permanent tattoo · batch RD26Y5 Why: Ingredient not allowed in cosmetics · Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product was also sold online, in particular via Amazon.Amazon → |
A12/00944/23 |
| 2023-03-30 | Tattoo inkDark Brown Tattoo InkBrand: Dimension · batch 2021-10-30 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales ban ordered | A12/00670/23 | |
| 2023-03-08 | Tattoo inkGalaxy Ink BlackBrand: Galaxy ink · barcode X0018C4LHZ · batch BLA-002-G1 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace |
AmazonWording in the official record · found in the official product description Product sold online, in particular via Amazon.Amazon → |
A12/00500/23 |
| 2023-02-23 | Training weightlifting glovesENERGETICS FTG710 training/weightlifting gloves Brand: ENERGETICS – Lateral Thigh Trainer · model FTG710 training/weightlifting gloves, model no 270695, Factory code: F-1309, Colour: Black-lime, Size S · batch 270695, 7613211095388, F-1309 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales ban · Withdrawn from the market ordered | A12/00322/23 | |
| 2023-02-16 | Ankle weightBody Sculpture adjustable soft wrist/ankle weights Brand: Body Sculpture · barcode 70889001 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00284/23 | |
| 2022-11-16 | Tattoo inkBLKBrand: Dynamic · model Black · batch 22021140 EXP 04/11/2022 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00113/20 | |
| 2022-07-19 | Tattoo inkBasic BlackBrand: FUSION INK · batch 59-081720 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/01883/21 | |
| 2022-07-19 | Tattoo inkDeep RedBrand: Eternal Ink · batch IE004025 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/01885/21 | |
| 2022-07-19 | Tattoo inkViking ink Dark Shadow Brand: Viking · batch L-118 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00006/22 | |
| 2022-07-19 | Tattoo inkIntenze Formula 23Brand: Intenze Tattoo Ink · batch BK1551MX40, SS295 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/01882/21 | |
| 2022-04-12 | Bolt cutterBolzenschneider Brand: Work Plus · model 63418 · barcode 8714892634183 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers | A12/00557/22 | |
| 2022-03-10 | Pull-along rattle toyBaby rattles Pull rope animal Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limit · Too loud for hearingRemoved from online marketplace |
WishWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product was also sold online, in particular, via Wish.comWish → |
A12/01045/21 |
| 2022-02-18 | Bicycle handle2pcs/1 Pair Mountain Road Cycling Bike Bicycle MTB Handlebar Cover Grips Smooth Soft Rubber Anti-slimodel H0126E28468 · batch 20210315 Why: Lead in solder or components · Restricted chemical above the legal limitRemoved from online marketplace |
AliExpressWording in the official record · found in the official product description The product was also sold online, in particular, via AliExpress.AliExpress → |
A12/00305/22 |
| 2022-01-13 | Toy carCute Mini Movable Cars Mold Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers |
JoomWording in the official record · found in the official product description oy cars.The product was also sold online, in particular via Joom.Joom → |
A12/00098/22 |
| 2022-01-04 | HammerRubber HammerBrand: Fixit Tools · model TK1358 · barcode 6418914767973 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitImport rejected at the border ordered | A12/00010/22 | |
| 2021-07-08 | Children 's water shoesKinder Aquaschuhe 29Brand: Maui · model EDM-Nr. 3205623009, F057 · barcode 4 030907 650745 · batch 3205623009 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitProduct destroyed · Withdrawn from the market · Sales stopped | A12/00984/21 | |
| 2021-04-09 | Hot-water bottleBorsa Acqua caldaBrand: Linea Casa S.r.l · barcode 8532105111142 · batch BO-11114 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales ban ordered | A12/00499/21 | |
| 2021-04-08 | Rubber grass matGumminät gräsmodel 8000062 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales ban ordered | A12/00483/21 | |
| 2020-11-17 | Electric nose hair trimmerNasenhaarschneiderBrand: Wellys for Men · model 041526 · barcode 3574590415263 · batch CFG11046 (affixed to product) Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitSales ban · Recalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market | A12/01564/20 | |
| 2020-03-17 | Children's neoprene suitNeopren ShortyBrand: BECO · model Art.: 5805 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market | A12/00450/20 | |
| 2020-03-04 | Swimming glovesAquaHandschuheBrand: BECO · model Art.: 9634, 9635, 9636, 9667 · barcode 4013368346709 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitRecalled from consumers · Withdrawn from the market | A12/00355/20 | |
| 2020-02-20 | Mobile phone caseWallet Case Eman iPhone 7/8 Black Wallet Case EmanBrand: XQISIT · barcode 4029948052526 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market · Consumers warned ordered | A12/00309/20 | |
| 2020-01-30 | Tattoo inkPermablendBrand: Tina Davies · model 2 Blonde, REF: PBTDBL 1/2 · barcode 00815579028849 · batch Batch: B20209, Best By: 08/28/21, LOT: PBTDBL181508 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00099/20 | |
| 2020-01-21 | Tattoo inkMatte BlackBrand: Solid Ink · model Matte Black · batch LOT 08.13.18 Exp 08.2022 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00101/20 | |
| 2020-01-21 | Tattoo inkNocturnal Brand: Eternal Ink · model Lining & Shading · batch LOT 08/10/18 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00104/20 | |
| 2020-01-21 | Tattoo ink Mudslide Brand: Eternal Ink · model Mudslide · batch LOT M-157 Use by 11.2020 Why: Restricted chemical above the legal limitWithdrawn from the market | A12/00110/20 |