Listing removed online
Voluntary measure
Notified by Ireland
Published 15 Sep 2026
SR/02498/26
Shein necklace removed from online marketplaces over chemical risk
EU authorities had online listings removed for this product (Shein necklace) after it was found to pose a chemical risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Necklace with a cubic zirconia cross-shaped charm.
- Brand
- Shein
- Barcode
- Not listed in the notice
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Jewellery
Why it's dangerous
Chemical
The rate of nickel release is too high (measured value up to 0.88µg/cm2/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.
The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
What the authorities did
Measure
Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
Type
Voluntary
Notified by
Ireland
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/02498/26
View official notice ↗
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