EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Pony with accessories “Funs Pony mini” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1557/16
Summary
null The plastic material of the toy contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 15.8% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles
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Product
Pony with accessories
- Name / model
- Funs Pony mini · No. RC03
- Batch number(s)
- 8800511825763
- Category
- Toys
- Plastic toy set containing a pony and 2 plastic combs packed in a cardboard and plastic box.
What is the risk?
- null The plastic material of the toy contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 15.8% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 08/11/2016
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