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Cat key-ring Kat “Cute Cartoon Cat Toy” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1542/18
Summary
The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: up to 20.0% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. Furthermore, the amount of nickel released from the product is too high (measured value up to 3.55 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct…
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Product
- A black cat key-ring made of medium soft PVC plastic, with a red collar and metal bell around the neck. The toy is sold in a transparent plastic bag with labels.
What is the risk?
- The product contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: up to 20.0% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. Furthermore, the amount of nickel released from the product is too high (measured value up to 3.55 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and can cause allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 11/09/2018
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