Baby & Bathtub
Baby & Bathtub was recalled on 12 July 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0837/13. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. 1) The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic in the doll's head contains up to 40% di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP).
| Alert Number | A12/0837/13 |
| Brand | Best Baby Toys |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Art.nr. 28.2466 |
| Published | 12 July 2013 |
Risk Description
1) The product poses a chemical risk because the plastic in the doll's head contains up to 40% di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP). The plastic also contains up to 0.36% diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and up to 0.16% dibutyl phthalate (DBP). The purple plastic in the shower hose contains up to 3.1% DEHP and 45% DBP. According to the REACH Regulation, the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.2) The product poses an environmental risk (chemical pollution) because the purple plastic in the shower hose contains up to 1.5% short chain chlorinated paraffin (SCCP). The product does not comply with the Commission Regulation 519/2012 on persistent organic pollutants (POP Regulation).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/06/2013
Product Description
A baby doll made of soft plastic in a blue bathtub made of hard plastic.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Baby & Bathtub.
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.