Fancy-dress mask

Chemical Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Fancy-dress mask
Alert NumberA12/0414/16
BrandBoland
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountryLuxembourg
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published8 April 2016

Risk Description

null The nose of the mask contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value 55% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation, DEHP, DBP and BBP phthalates 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: 22/03/2016Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 22/03/2016Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 22/03/2016

Product Description

3 different plush, fancy-dress masks in the shape of animal heads (cat, bear and rabbit). The nose of the animals is made of soft plastic material. Sold with a cardboard label indicating traceability information, but without packaging.

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