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Soft toy LUDI “Maxi Ours” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0856/19
Summary
The flowers on the product contain an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably benzo[a]anthracene (BaA) (measured value up to: 0.95 mg/kg). This PAH may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH regulation.
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Product
- Large (70 cm) soft toy depicting a bear in blue colour with several pieces attached to it in plastic and fabric (rings, flowers, mirrors). The toy is intended for children between 1 and 4 years-old.
What is the risk?
- The flowers on the product contain an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably benzo[a]anthracene (BaA) (measured value up to: 0.95 mg/kg). This PAH may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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