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Toy bracelet set Jocker “Lacing & Beading” — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0185/15
Summary
null The plastic bears contain di-isononyl phthalate (DINP) (measured values up to 15% by weight). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DINP, DNOP and DIDP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
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Product
- The toy bracelet set consists of three plastic bears, three bracelets and a number of colourful beads. The product is supplied in cardboard packaging with transparent plastic.
What is the risk?
- null The plastic bears contain di-isononyl phthalate (DINP) (measured values up to 15% by weight). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DINP, DNOP and DIDP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 05/01/2015
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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