Finger Paint
Finger Paint was recalled on 17 January 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00004/20. Chemical risk reported by Poland. The paints contain an excessive amount of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-isothiazolin-3(2H)-one (CMI), 2-methylisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (MI), 1,2-benzoizotiazol-3(2H)-on (BIT) (measured values up to 36 mg/kg, 29.
| Alert Number | A12/00004/20 |
| Brand | Hipo |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | art. nr H6781 |
| Published | 17 January 2020 |
Risk Description
The paints contain an excessive amount of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-isothiazolin-3(2H)-one (CMI), 2-methylisothiazolin-3(2H)-one (MI), 1,2-benzoizotiazol-3(2H)-on (BIT) (measured values up to 36 mg/kg, 29.1 mg/kg and 34.1 mg/kg respectively). These substances can cause eye and skin irritation, burns and are toxic. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 25/11/2019
Product Description
Set of finger paints, eight colours.
🧪 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a chemical hazard related to Finger Paint.
About this risk
This product contains prohibited or hazardous chemical substances that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or long-term health effects.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Wash any skin that has come into contact with it. Keep it away from children. Return it to the retailer for a refund if possible.
Who is at risk?
Anyone who has used this product, especially children, pregnant women, and people with sensitive skin.