EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Set of inflatable beach balls SYZ “Beach Balls Bulk” — risk: chemical, choking
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00233/22
Summary
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values up to 26 % and 0,12 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. Furthermore, the balls' stopper can easily detach; a young child may put it into its mouth and choke on it. The…
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Product
- Set of 12 multi-coloured inflatable beach balls. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon, with ASIN number B01GO92B7U.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values up to 26 % and 0,12 % by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. Furthermore, the balls' stopper can easily detach; a young child may put it into its mouth and choke on it. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- Date of entry into force: 24/11/2021
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