EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Craft kit AVEC “Scoubidou Set” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01564/24
Summary
The figures in the toy have an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 37.7% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children by causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- Craft kit consisting of ribbons for making bracelets; beads, and figures for threading.
What is the risk?
- The figures in the toy have an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 37.7% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children by causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 26/04/2024
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 26/04/2024
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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