Chocolate Surprise Egg
| Alert Number | A12/1859/13 |
| Brand | Scooby Doo |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | Slovenia |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Model Number | Unknown. |
| Published | 20 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.