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Notebooks with pens Sanrio “Anteckningsbok My Melody” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03218/25
Summary
The plastic cover of the notebook has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and cadmium (measured value up to 9.7% and 0.07% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones, and may cause cancer. The product…
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Product
Notebooks with pens — Sanrio
- Brand
- Sanrio
- Name / model
- Anteckningsbok My Melody · Ben07
- Category
- Stationery
- Notebooks with pens. Product sold online, in particular via Cutetopia.se.
What is the risk?
- The plastic cover of the notebook has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and cadmium (measured value up to 9.7% and 0.07% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones, and may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 21/05/2025
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