Acrylic colours
Acrylic colours was recalled on 1 February 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00181/24. Chemical risk reported by Cyprus. There is an excessive migration of aluminium from the paints, in particular the blue paint, is too high (measured value up to 4834 mg/kg).
| Alert Number | A12/00181/24 |
| Brand | YIPINXUAN |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 1 February 2024 |
Risk Description
There is an excessive migration of aluminium from the paints, in particular the blue paint, is too high (measured value up to 4834 mg/kg).Aluminium is toxic for children if ingested. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-3
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 30/10/2023
Product Description
Pack of 10 tubes of 12ml of acrylic colours with a brush, a palette and a pencil.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Acrylic colours.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.