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Loom band charms CRAZY ELASTIC “Fashion Loom Bands” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0979/15
Summary
null The product contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values: up to 1.4% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
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Product
Loom band charms — CRAZY ELASTIC
- Brand
- CRAZY ELASTIC
- Name / model
- Fashion Loom Bands · Unknown
- Batch number(s)
- Unknown
- Category
- Toys
- Charms for loom bands (12 pcs) in soft plastic, different shapes and colors - hearts, flowers, ball etc.-, in plastic packaging 9x10 cm.
What is the risk?
- null The product contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values: up to 1.4% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 19/06/2015
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