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Bath toy set “Rubber duck with ducklings” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0748/19
Summary
The toy contains an excessive amount of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 28.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Bath toy set
- Name / model
- Rubber duck with ducklings · YFM001
- Batch number(s)
- 8594167133418
- Category
- Toys
- Yellow plastic toy duck with 3 ducklings, with squeaking mechanism. Packed in a net.
What is the risk?
- The toy contains an excessive amount of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 28.6% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible 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: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 23/04/2019
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