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Plastic toy Ciuciubabka “My magic horse” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1851/17
Summary
The plastic toy 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.According to the REACH Regulation, DEHP is prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
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Product
Plastic toy — Ciuciubabka
- Brand
- Ciuciubabka
- Name / model
- My magic horse · C50243 (on attached label)NO.ZH2033 (on packaging)
- Batch number(s)
- Batch no.: UTKA001-201508EAN: 5901384721442
- Category
- Toys
- Set consists of two ponies made of soft plastic material and plastic accessories. Packaged in coloured cardboard box with plastic window.
What is the risk?
- The plastic toy 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.According to the REACH Regulation, DEHP is prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
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: 27/11/2017
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