IKEA Recalls Kitchen Utensil: Safety Risks Discovered in Belgian Test
Brussel, maandag, 9 juni 2025.
IKEA has initiated a critical product safety recall for its IKEA 365+ HJÄLTE cookware, specifically for products with article number 401-494-62 and date stamp 2445. Following local safety tests in Belgium, it was discovered that the kitchen utensils pose a potential health risk. The most concerning finding is the exceeding of permitted migration limits for primary aromatic amines (PAA). Consumers are urgently advised to stop using the product and contact IKEA for a full refund. The recall applies to all products purchased after November 2024, with customers able to return the item without a proof of purchase.
Safety Investigation Reveals Risks
IKEA has initiated a critical product safety action for the IKEA 365+ HJÄLTE stirring spatula, with local safety tests in Belgium bringing serious concerns to light [1]. The tests have demonstrated that primary aromatic amines (PAA) migration exceeds legally permitted limits, indicating potential health risks for consumers [1].
Recall Action Details
The recall specifically targets products with article number 401-494-62 and date stamp 2445, corresponding to items purchased after November 2024 [1]. IKEA urgently requests all customers who have purchased this product to cease using it and contact the store [2].
Refund Arrangement
Consumers can return the product to any IKEA store for a full refund, with no proof of purchase required [3]. The company additionally encourages customers to spread the recall information, especially if the product has been passed on to others [2].