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Toy abacus LEGANT — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. 0854/11
Summary
null The product poses a chemical risk as the yellow beads contain in excess of 140 mg/kg of lead. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
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Product
- Wooden abacus with coloured beads, sold in transparent plastic packaging. The following information is given on the label: "Puzzle Legant"; a warning in the official language that the toy is not recommended for children under 36 months of age because it contains small parts; and a warning that the p
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a chemical risk as the yellow beads contain in excess of 140 mg/kg of lead. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71.
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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