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Pencil case “PU Pencil case” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01141/22
Summary
The product contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 63% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Pencil case
- Name / model
- PU Pencil case · XF25K-6
- Barcode
- 0206414060474
- Category
- Stationery
- Silver coloured pencil case with rainbow picture and "rainbows" text on the side. Zipper has many different coloured ribbons and white plastic decoration on it.
What is the risk?
- The product contains an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 63% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. 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): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 02/08/2022
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