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Plastic toy “Rukávy nafukovací” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0723/18
Summary
The plastic material of the toy contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 9.04% 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 toy
- Name / model
- Rukávy nafukovací · ITEM NO: F21 2D6*600, JIAN-17 (indication on the valve)
- Batch number(s)
- 8592100015012
- Category
- Toys
- Inflatable giraffe toy (orange, yellow), approx. 55×20x14 cm. When pressed, it emits a sound. Sold in plastic packaging.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the toy contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 9.04% 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: 19/04/2018
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