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Plastic toy set “Happy Day” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1510/19
Summary
The plastic material of the toy contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 32% 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 set
- Name / model
- Happy Day · CSJ43418-1186 ID: 18727
- Batch number(s)
- 5 999057 799034
- Category
- Toys
- Set of two plastic ponies. Packaging: nylon bag.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the toy contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 32% 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: 31/07/2019
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