Eraser Pack
| Alert Number | SR/00265/25 |
| Brand | Moomin |
| Category | Stationery |
| Risk Type | Chemical, Environment |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 17 January 2025 |
Risk Description
The plastic material of the case has excessive concentrations of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: 1.2% and 0.3% by weight, respectively). DEHP may harm the health by causing possible damage to the reproductive system. SCCPs persist in the environment, are toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations and bio-accumulate in wildlife and humans, posing a risk to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to them through the skin may cause cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation, nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/09/2024
Product Description
Four triangular erasers with Moomin characters in a plastic case made of PVC plastic.