Colorful Loombands, Charms
Chemical Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0548/15 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 1 May 2015 |
Risk Description
null The plastic material of the charms contains 2.8 % by weight of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalates DEHP, DBP and BBP are prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 03/03/2015
Product Description
Loom-band charms, six charms in a package: heart, owl, sun, cupcake, flower and crown. Sold in a transparent packaging with black plastic label.