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Protection film “Scratching protection film” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00717/24
Summary
The plastic material of the product has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 1.67% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Protection film
- Name / model
- Scratching protection film · COV-XJ3419S-98 821117
- Barcode
- 7314280079278
- Category
- Decorative articles
- Protective film made out of transparent plastic intended to be use as a protection from cats scratching. Product sold online.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to 1.67% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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: 30/11/2023
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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