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Loom bands with charms “Krazy Looms Bandz” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0709/15
Summary
null The charms contain di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value over 10 % 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 bands with charms
- Name / model
- Krazy Looms Bandz · Unknown
- Batch number(s)
- 69252310536 (of 3800 pcs)69252310663 (of 1000 pcs)69252310675 (of 4000 pcs)69252310708 (of 1000 pcs)
- Category
- Toys
- Different kits (1000-4000 pieces) of loom bands containing assorted elastic bands in various colours, charms and hooks to make bracelets. The kits are packed in a plastic box.
What is the risk?
- null The charms contain di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value over 10 % 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: 24/11/2014
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