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Plastic doll “Ladybug” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0762/18
Summary
The plastic material of the doll's head contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 15.1 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Plastic doll
- Name / model
- Ladybug · AA761-25, No.:556
- Batch number(s)
- 6000247612503
- Category
- Toys
- Plastic doll, approx. 14 cm tall, with a painted mask on her eyes. Provided in a box, marked "Happy Partner', with a transparent window.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the doll's head contains bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 15.1 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 17/05/2018
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