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Beach ball - Pelota Playa - Tarta de Fresa

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Beach ball - Pelota Playa - Tarta de Fresa was recalled on 29 October 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1588/10. Chemical risk reported by Spain. The product poses a chemical risk because the toy's green polymer material contains 27% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

Photo of recalled product: Beach ball - Pelota Playa - Tarta de Fresa
Alert Number1588/10
BrandBOYS TOYS
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published29 October 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because the toy's green polymer material contains 27% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy or childcare article can be placed in the mouth by children.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The product in question is a beach ball. The ball has coloured stripes. The middle is pink with pictures of strawberries. It is packaged in a cardboard box on which the following is marked: beach ball. Strawberry tart.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Beach ball - Pelota Playa - Tarta de Fresa.

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.

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