The person in charge of standardization at the Ministry of Economy and Industry, Igor Duskalovitz, warns the public against using the product: a ceramic decorated mug.
Product description
Ceramic decorated mug
The details as they appear on the sticker at the bottom of the cup:
- Abu Shokor Mouse Ware
- Barcode: 6926151514347 ITEM NO: FA43-4
- Importer: ASC company
- made in China
Photo: Ministry of Economy
Description of the risk
Risk type: healthy
Exceeding the release of lead from the glass – 3 times what is required by the standard. Lead is a heavy metal that is dangerous to human health. In an inspection conducted on behalf of the Commissioner for Standardization through the Standards Institute, it was found that the product does not meet the requirements of the official Israeli standard applicable to it: TI 1003 Part 1.2 – Release of lead and cadmium from utensils that come into contact with food.
Action required
The owner of the product in the picture is asked to stop using it immediately.
Selling in stores is strictly prohibited.
In the event that these products are on sale, the standardization administration must be informed:
- on the phone: 074-7502300
- by email: [email protected]
The Commissioner for Standardization emphasizes that according to the Standards Law 2017-1953, it is prohibited to manufacture, sell and import a product that does not meet the requirements of the official Israeli standard that applies to it. The Administration of Standardization at the Ministry of Economy and Industry will continue to carry out regular and proactive inspections regarding products to which an official standard applies, and those that do not meet In the provisions of the official standard, sanctions are expected both at the administrative level and at the criminal level.