Babylek piano
Babylek piano was recalled on 7 April 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00672/23. Chemical, Environment risk reported by Sweden. The solder in the product has an excessive concentration of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 80% and 0.
| Alert Number | A12/00672/23 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 7 April 2023 |
Risk Description
The solder in the product has an excessive concentration of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 80% and 0.19% by weight respectively). Lead and cadmium pose a risk to the environment. The plastic wire contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 6.8% and 0.5% by weight respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to their reproductive systems. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 10/03/2023
Product Description
Electric toy piano
🧪 🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical, environment hazard related to Babylek piano.
About this risk
Chemical: This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects. Environment: This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Chemical: 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. Environment: Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin. While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.