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Children's nail set “Nail art studio” — risk: chemical, environment
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00710/25
Summary
The product contains an excessive amount of Synthetic polymer microparticles (polyethylene terephthalate (PET)) (measured value up to 95% by weight). This microplastic is toxic to the environment and can cause cancer or be toxic for reproduction. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Children's nail set
- Name / model
- Nail art studio · MBK 383
- Category
- Toys
- Children's nail decoration toy set containing nail polishes, files and powdered glitter.
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive amount of Synthetic polymer microparticles (polyethylene terephthalate (PET)) (measured value up to 95% by weight). This microplastic is toxic to the environment and can cause cancer or be toxic for reproduction. 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): Destruction of the product
- Date of entry into force: 22/03/2025
- 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: 22/01/2025
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