EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Activity toy set — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/01268/26
Summary
The plastic of the toy contains excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 16.41% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing potential damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Activity toy set
- Name / model
- 546
- Category
- Toys
- Activity toy set.
What is the risk?
- The plastic of the toy contains excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 16.41% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing potential damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 26/02/2026
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