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Pram chain Hess “Wagenkette Waldtiere [Woodland animals pram chain]” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0724/18
Summary
The product poses a chemical risk as it contains substances which can form N-nitrosamines (measured value of nitrosatable substances: 1281 µg/kg). N-nitrosamines can be carcinogenic. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
- Pram chain with coloured wooden elements and clips at both ends
What is the risk?
- The product poses a chemical risk as it contains substances which can form N-nitrosamines (measured value of nitrosatable substances: 1281 µg/kg). N-nitrosamines can be carcinogenic. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 27/04/2018
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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