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Plastic toy Tedi “6 Ratten” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0225/19
Summary
The plastic toy contains diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value 17.4% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
- Black plastic toy rats. Packaging: a black plastic net bag, with cardboard label.
What is the risk?
- The plastic toy contains diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value 17.4% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 29/11/2018
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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