GPSR- EU 24 regulation for small businesses

Starting December 13, 2024, all EU businesses must comply with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR). This legislation ensures that all products sold in the EU are safe for customers.

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Product Safety

Legal Disclaimer

 

These medals are purely decorative and serve no official, ceremonial, or honorific purpose.
They do not represent or imply any formal rank, title, or affiliation with a government, royal family, or noble institution.

Risk Analysis:

• Small parts may detach – choking hazard for young children

• Contains metal – potential for allergic reactions (nickel, copper)

• Brooch pin may cause puncture injuries if misused

Testing Methods:

• Pull tests on pendant, eyelet, and ribbon

• Real-world wear testing

Material Specification:

Component	Base Material	Finish/Plating
Pendant	Zinc alloy (lead & nickel free for silver/bronze variants)	Gold / Silver / Bronze
Eyelet	Iron (carbon steel)	Gold / Silver / Bronze
Brooch pin	Tin alloy or metal	Gold / Silver / Bronze
Cove Clasp	Brass or copper alloy	Gold / Silver / Bronze
Ribbon	100% polyester	Colored fabric

Intended Use: Decorative, designed to be worn pinned to clothing (e.g., at ceremonies, markets, sports events).

A. Physical Hazards

Sharp edges or points

• Risk: Possible cuts or punctures, especially if a component breaks.

• Consequence: Minor to moderate injuries.

• Measures: Round off sharp points and test structural integrity.

• Risk Management: All medal components are tested manually for strength. Sharp edges are smoothed during assembly. Pins are chosen with safety clasps to reduce puncture risks.

Choking hazard from small parts

• Risk: Small detachable components may pose a choking hazard.

• Consequence: Serious risk for young children.

• Measures: Secure connection between all components using tested assembly methods.

• Risk Management: Medals are not intended for children under 5. All brooch mechanisms are tested with pull force and drop impact.

B. Chemical Hazards

Heavy metals (nickel, lead, cadmium)

• Risk: Exposure may cause allergic reactions or long-term harm.

• Consequence: Skin irritation, allergic response.

• Measures: Use of certified lead- and nickel-free materials where possible.

• Risk Management: Silver and bronze variants are specifically made from lead-free and nickel-free alloys. Other metal parts are coated with ProtectaClear anti-tarnish and allergy-safe coating. All non-stainless parts are clearly labeled. Care instructions are included to preserve the coating.

Allergic Reactions

• Risk: Allergic response due to trace nickel or unknown metals.

• Consequence: Itching, rash, or swelling.

• Measures: Minimize use of reactive metals.

• Risk Management: Metals are sourced from known suppliers. Customers with metal sensitivities are encouraged to ask questions before ordering. Allergy-related information is transparent and easily accessible.