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Neck cushion Travel the World “Nackenkissen aufblasbar” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00559/25
Summary
The fabric of the valve on the inflatable cushion has an excessive concentration of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values: 3%, 0.3%, and 4.6 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may cause a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Neck cushion — Travel the World
- Brand
- Travel the World
- Name / model
- Nackenkissen aufblasbar
- Barcode
- 1112900283100000020059177002831000000200
- Category
- Gadgets
- Rectangular inflatable plastic cushion with neck groove and grey textile covering
- Recall information: https://www.tedi.com/
What is the risk?
- The fabric of the valve on the inflatable cushion has an excessive concentration of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values: 3%, 0.3%, and 4.6 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may cause a risk to human health and the environment. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 15/01/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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