Doll with sound

Chemical, Environment Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Doll with sound
Alert NumberA12/01810/21
BrandDiversity Fashion
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical, Environment
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number17436, 17436-B
Published24 December 2021

Risk Description

The plastics in the hands and head of the doll and in the snowman contain an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 12.2% and 0.52% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The solder in the toy contains an excessive amount of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 37.2% and 0.15 % by weight respectively). Lead and cadmium pose a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation and with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2 Directive).

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): The product was sold out when the test result was presented to the economic operator. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

A doll with soft plastic parts made of PVC and a plastic snowman. The product is battery operated. The design of the toy is very similar to Disney's Frozen. Product sold online.

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