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Soap bubble toy “Seifenblasen Schwert” — risk: microbiological
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1254/18
Summary
The soap solution of the toy contains mesophilic aerobic bacteria (measured quantity 380000cfu/g) and the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa has been detected. There is a risk of contracting infections as the solution may come into contact with the mouth, hands and eyes. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
Soap bubble toy
- Name / model
- Seifenblasen Schwert · ITEM No. 20026
- Batch number(s)
- 4 038732 200265
- Category
- Toys
- Coloured plastic container in the shape of a sword, containing a soapy liquid.
What is the risk?
- The soap solution of the toy contains mesophilic aerobic bacteria (measured quantity 380000cfu/g) and the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa has been detected. There is a risk of contracting infections as the solution may come into contact with the mouth, hands and eyes. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 08/08/2018
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