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Felt-tip pens Goliath “SCENTOS - Scented Markers” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1059/18
Summary
The water melon-scented pen contains the fragrance benzyl alcohol (measured value: 0.025% by weight). In addition, the strawberry-scented pen contains the fragrance benzyl benzoate (measured value: 0.02% by weight) while this substance is not indicated in the list of ingredients. These substances can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, especially if consumers are not made aware of their presence through the…
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Product
- Packet of 8 scented felt-tip pens.
What is the risk?
- The water melon-scented pen contains the fragrance benzyl alcohol (measured value: 0.025% by weight). In addition, the strawberry-scented pen contains the fragrance benzyl benzoate (measured value: 0.02% by weight) while this substance is not indicated in the list of ingredients. These substances can induce allergic reactions and sensitisation, especially if consumers are not made aware of their presence through the list of ingredients.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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: Unknown
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