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Changing mat, yellow with a bear

Chemical Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk

Changing mat, yellow with a bear was recalled on 17 August 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0825/07. Chemical risk reported by Czechia. This article poses a serious chemical risk because the plastic foil contains di-isodecyl (DIDP) 24% by weight.

Photo of recalled product: Changing mat, yellow with a bear
Alert Number0825/07
BrandCarlett.
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryCzechia
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberEAN 5 907672 301129.
Published17 August 2007

Risk Description

This article poses a serious chemical risk because the plastic foil contains di-isodecyl (DIDP) 24% by weight.According to the Chemicals Restrictions Directive 76/769/EEC, the allowed max. for phthalates in toys and childcare articles is 0,1%. The product may come into contact with a child’s lips and mouth and the restricted chemical may get into saliva and can be swallowed. Phthalates may cause harm to an unborn child and possibly pose a risk of impaired fertility. Phthalates have a negative impact on the development of male/female reproductive organs.

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 authority. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Hanging mat for baby’s nappy, made of light yellow foil with bear printings of different colours.

🧪 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Changing mat, yellow with a bear.

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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