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SpongeBob figures — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/02172/23
Summary
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured values up to: 2.4 and 8.2 % by weight, respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of children, by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system and liver. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
SpongeBob figures
- Name / model
- 8 Pcs Set SpongeBob Squarepants
- Category
- Toys
- SpongeBob SquarePants figures. Product sold online, in particular via eBay.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and di-‘isononyl’ phthalate (DINP) (measured values up to: 2.4 and 8.2 % by weight, respectively).These phthalates may harm the health of children, by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system and liver. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 19/12/2022
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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