EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soap bubbles Disney “Unknown” — risk: microbiological
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0410/14
Summary
null The total count of aerobic mesophilic microorganisms in the soapy water is too high. There is a risk of infection if the liquid is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin or eyes. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
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Product
- Container in shades of red for soap bubble liquid. The container features an image of Minnie Mouse.
What is the risk?
- null The total count of aerobic mesophilic microorganisms in the soapy water is too high. There is a risk of infection if the liquid is swallowed or comes into contact with the skin or eyes. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 26/12/2013
Photos
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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