The State Consumer Service discovered a hazardous children's nightlight of the Horoz Electric brand during an inspection in Chernihiv region. Laboratory tests revealed that the lead content in the device's components exceeds the permissible norm by 867 times, while the cadmium level is 46 times higher than allowed.
Toxic elements such as lead and cadmium tend to accumulate in the human body, potentially leading to serious health issues. They can damage the kidneys, skeletal, and nervous systems. These compounds pose a particular risk to children, as their bodies are more vulnerable to the effects of heavy metals.