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Balloons DZ Party “28 palloncini gonfiabili di vari colori Party Ballons” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01692/22
Summary
The product contains an excessive concentration of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEPH) (measured values up to 15.8% and 9.9%, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- 28 inflatable party balloons (with a pump for inflating them)
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive concentration of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEPH) (measured values up to 15.8% and 9.9%, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 24/10/2022
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