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这种“大金镯子”别买!检出致敏物,释放量超标上千倍
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-25 09:28

Core Insights - The rising gold prices have led consumers to seek alternative jewelry options, particularly "sand gold" which mimics the appearance of gold at a lower price point [1][3] - "Sand gold" jewelry is marketed as a cost-effective substitute for gold, with claims of durability and color retention, but many products do not contain actual gold [5][10] Industry Overview - The "sand gold" products are primarily sourced from Vietnam and Myanmar, with a claimed gold content of around 5% [5] - Many merchants use misleading names and marketing tactics to enhance the perceived value of "sand gold" jewelry, often leading to inflated prices [5][10] Product Composition - Most "sand gold" jewelry is made from brass with a thin layer of gold plating (0.05 microns), which can wear off over time [8][10] - The production cost of these brass-plated items is approximately 10 yuan, but they are sold for 40 yuan or more in markets and can reach over 100 yuan online [10] Health Concerns - Testing has shown that many "sand gold" items are primarily copper-nickel alloys, which can release nickel at levels exceeding national safety standards, posing allergy risks to consumers [11][13] - There have been reports of consumers experiencing allergic reactions after wearing "sand gold" jewelry, leading to complaints on consumer platforms [13] Legal Implications - Legal experts indicate that the misleading marketing practices in the "sand gold" industry could lead to criminal charges for producers and sellers under Chinese law if they are found to be misrepresenting their products [15]