EU alert · Safety Gate Risk: Other types of alerts Toys
Squeaky toy — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. INFO/00042/24
Summary
The toy has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 23.8% by weight, respectively). This phthalate may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Squeaky toy
- Barcode
- 5291598007938
- Category
- Toys
- Plastic squeaky toy that makes noise when pressed.
What is the risk?
- The toy has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 23.8% by weight, respectively). This phthalate may harm the health by possibly causing damage to the reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Fine
- Date of entry into force: 01/12/2023
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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