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EU Issues 4,127 Alerts for Hazardous Products in 2022

4/19/2025

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In 2022, the EU's Safety Gate issued a staggering 4,127 alerts for hazardous non-food items, predominantly from China. Alarmingly, cosmetics made up over a third of these alerts, often containing the banned substance Lilial. Stricter toy safety regulations are on the horizon, aiming to eliminate harmful chemicals and introduce a Digital Product Passport, as consumer advocates call for stronger protections against unsafe products.

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Story summary

In 2022, the EU's Safety Gate issued a staggering 4,127 alerts for hazardous non-food items, predominantly from China. Alarmingly, cosmetics made up over a third of these alerts, often containing the banned substance Lilial. Stricter toy safety regulations are on the horizon, aiming to eliminate harmful chemicals and introduce a Digital Product Passport, as consumer advocates call for stronger protections against unsafe products.