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Snorkelling set Feilang “Swim Goggles” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0253/19
Summary
The plastic in the mask contains too much bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 37% and 4% by weight respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- A snorkelling set consisting of swimming goggles and snorkel, both in green plastic. Sold in blue packaging with a plastic cover.
What is the risk?
- The plastic in the mask contains too much bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-butyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 37% and 4% by weight respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 12/12/2018
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