Baseball
Chemical Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1734/17 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 8 December 2017 |
Risk Description
null The plastic in the ball contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 20% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalate DEHP is prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
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: Unknown
Product Description
Baseball set with a green plastic bat and a white ball. Packaged in a black net.