EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Toys
Soft rubber ball Tedi — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0643/16
Summary
null The product contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value 0.43% by weight). This phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. In addition, the ball contains diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value 45% by weight).According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
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Product
- Soft pink rubber ball with face and small spikes; diameter 9.5 cm and packed in transparent plastic film.
What is the risk?
- null The product contains dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value 0.43% by weight). This phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. In addition, the ball contains diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value 45% by weight).According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
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: 12/04/2016
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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