Balloons
Chemical Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/03977/25 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | ROQT, SanQiu |
| Published | 14 November 2025 |
Risk Description
The balloons release an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances (measured value: 1.27 mg/kg) which generate nitrosamines. Nitrosamines may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. A child could be exposed to them when touching or putting the product in the mouth. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-12.
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: 31/07/2025
Product Description
Balloons in various colours with printed-on smiley faces. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B09W9GXCKB).