Fashion Mermaid

Chemical Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Fashion Mermaid
Alert NumberA12/1444/17
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChemical
Notifying CountrySlovakia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberSTG916147
Published27 October 2017

Risk Description

null The plastic material of the doll contains di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 15,7% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to the reproductive system. According to the REACH Regulation the phthalate DEHP is prohibited in all toys and childcare articles.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 03/07/2017Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 03/07/2017Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 23/06/2017Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 23/06/2017

Product Description

Plastic mermaid doll with blue hair and purple tail with accessories (yellow flower). Packed in a blister with a cardboard back.

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