Chocolate Surprise Egg

Chemical, Choking Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Chocolate Surprise Egg
Alert NumberA12/1859/13
BrandScooby Doo
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical, Choking
Notifying CountrySlovenia
Country of OriginPoland
Model NumberUnknown.
Published20 December 2013

Risk Description

null The product poses a chemical risk due to the presence of bis(2-etylhexyl phthalate) (DEHP) in the toy pendant inside the surprise egg (21.2 %). According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles, while phthalates DINP, DIDP and DNOP are prohibited in toys or childcare articles that can be placed in the mouth by children.Moreover, the product poses a risk of choking as small elements of the egg capsule can easily be detached and could be swallowed by children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 12/11/2013

Product Description

Chocolate Surprise Egg containing a toy (pendant). 20g. Best before: 31.12.2013.

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