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Bath toy Globo “I gommolosi cani” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00205/25
Summary
The product contains an excessive amount of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 0.89% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- Bath toys made of soft plastic, intended for ages 0 months and up.
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive amount of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 0.89% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible 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: 20/11/2024
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