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Inflatable unicorn “Vattenleksaker uppblåsbar cirkel Baby Flamingo Float Simring Uppblåsbar” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00078/22
Summary
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 2% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product also contains cadmium (measured value up to 5.1% by weight).Cadmium causes damage to organs if swallowed or inhaled and may cause cancer. The product does not comply…
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Product
Inflatable unicorn
- Name / model
- Vattenleksaker uppblåsbar cirkel Baby Flamingo Float Simring Uppblåsbar · 55675152-112915451
- Category
- Toys
- Inflateable swimring in the form of a white unicorn. Product also sold online.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 2% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product also contains cadmium (measured value up to 5.1% by weight).Cadmium causes damage to organs if swallowed or inhaled and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 02/11/2021
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