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Bounce ball - Lighting and music

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Bounce ball - Lighting and music was recalled on 15 January 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0009/10. Chemical risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a chemical risk because the soft removable spikes of the toy contain 5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 6% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP).

Photo of recalled product: Bounce ball - Lighting and music
Alert Number0009/10
BrandG 9000
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNo.4608
Published15 January 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a chemical risk because the soft removable spikes of the toy contain 5% by weight of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and 6% by weight of dibutyl phthalate (DBP). According to REACH Regulation, phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited when the toy 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 and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Transparent, hard plastic ball with plastic soft spikes. It is operated with 4 x 1.5 V AAA batteries. When button is pressed the ball begins to flash, bounce and emit sounds.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Bounce ball - Lighting and music.

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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