DUCK
Chemical, Choking Toys Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00036/22 |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Choking |
| Notifying Country | Croatia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1376-2 |
| Published | 14 January 2022 |
Risk Description
Small parts (hard plastics) may detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The plastic material of the toy contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values: 28% and 0.18% by weight, respectively). These phthalates may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their reproductive system. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 15/12/2021
Product Description
Rubber ducks.