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Squeaky toy “Shrilling chicken” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00315/24
Summary
The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: up to 23.62% by weight).Phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. This product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
Squeaky toy
- Name / model
- Shrilling chicken · YT-CHC01
- Barcode
- 5291598002711
- Category
- Toys
- Squeaky toy in the shape of a yellow chicken.
What is the risk?
- The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: up to 23.62% by weight).Phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. This 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): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 01/12/2023
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