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Toy gun set 'E' Mio' — risk: chemical
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1310/19
Summary
The toy set contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 3.3% by weight) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 5.5% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system.The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
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Product
- Pistol (revolver type) with 22-cm plastic arrows (with suction cups, included in the packaging).
What is the risk?
- The toy set contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 3.3% by weight) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured value: 5.5% by weight). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible 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: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: Unknown
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